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Compare bus, train, and flight for Fort Myers, FL to New Orleans, LA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Fort Myers, FL to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €79. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €79, and a train costs an average of €226.
Distance: 551 miles (887 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€293 Average price | €266 Average price | €121 Average price Cheapest |
58h 50m Average total duration 58h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 4m Average total duration Fastest 8h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 28h 46m Average total duration 28h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Fort Myers to New Orleans trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from Fort Myers to New Orleans. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Amtrak?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Amtrak with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Fort Myers to New Orleans.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Amtrak tickets can only be bought on Omio or Amtrak's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Amtrak tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Fort Myers to New Orleans.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Fort Myers, FL to New Orleans, LA
Trains from Fort Myers, FL to New Orleans, LA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 58h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $282 (€226) but you can travel from only $99 (€79) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 11:45. The fastest train covers the 551 miles (887 km) distance in 58h 17m.
Distance 551 miles (887 km) |
Average train duration 58h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $282 (€226) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 58h 17m |
First train 07:00 |
Last train 11:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fort Myers, FL to New Orleans, LA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fort Myers, FL and New Orleans, LA from $99 (€79). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Fort Myers, FL to New Orleans, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort Myers, FL to New Orleans, LA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New Orleans, LA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fort Myers, FL to New Orleans, LA
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, accessible 24/7.
- Cochon Restaurant
- Herbsaint
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Hyatt Regency New Orleans
- Le Pavillon Hotel
- Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Hall 3: bus and streetcar connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: Loyola-UPT Line
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