The cheapest and fastest trains from Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
9 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
510 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 1 trains that leave Houston, TX for New Orleans, LA on Sun, Jan 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 11 the direct trains cover the 510 km distance in an average of 9 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 30 m .
On Sun, Jan 11 the slowest trains will take 9 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €31.
Distance: 316 miles (510 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€82 Average price | €48 Average price Cheapest | €138 Average price |
10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 32m Average total duration 7h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA train times
The table below shows live departures for Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA trains for today, Saturday, January 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:10 PM Houston, TX | 9h30 | 9:40 PM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA
Trains from Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:00, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 316 miles (510 km) distance in 9h 30m.
Distance 316 miles (510 km) |
Average train duration 9h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 30m |
First train 09:00 |
Last train 19:22 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Houston, TX and New Orleans, LA from $38 (€31). 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 Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station.
- Irma's Southwest Grill
- The Moonshiners Southern Table + Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Lancaster Hotel
- Hotel ICON
- Magnolia Hotel Houston
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for Amtrak services
- Waiting area and ticket office located in the main hall.
- Bus: Several lines available
- METRORail: Red Line
- 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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