The cheapest and fastest trains from Jersey City, NJ to New Orleans, LA
Cheapest price
$187
Average price
$187
Fastest journey
1 d 6 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 6 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1876 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jersey City, NJ 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 Jersey City, NJ to New Orleans, LA will cost around $187 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $187.
Of the 1 trains that leave Jersey City, NJ for New Orleans, LA on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 1876 km distance in an average of 1 d 6 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 6 h 15 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 1 d 6 h 15 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Jersey City, NJ to New Orleans, LA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jersey City, NJ to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $86. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $86, and a bus costs an average of $149.
Distance: 1165 miles (1876 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$187 Average price | $181 Average price Cheapest | $266 Average price |
30h 45m Average total duration 30h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 39m Average total duration Fastest 7h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 38h 8m Average total duration 37h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Jersey City, NJ to New Orleans, LA train times
The table below shows live departures for Jersey City, NJ to New Orleans, LA trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:20 PM Jersey City, NJ | 30h15 | 1:35 AM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jersey City, NJ to New Orleans, LA
Trains from Jersey City, NJ to New Orleans, LA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 30h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $187 (€152) but you can travel from only $86 (€70) by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:30, the last at 11:30. The fastest train covers the 1165 miles (1876 km) distance in 30h 15m.
Distance 1165 miles (1876 km) |
Average train duration 30h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $187 (€152) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 30h 15m |
First train 09:30 |
Last train 11:30 |
Cheapest month Jul |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: PATH from Jersey City, NJ to New Orleans, LA trainsPATH trains will get you between Jersey City, NJ and New Orleans, LA from $86 (€70). 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 Jersey City, NJ to New Orleans, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jersey City, NJ 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 Jersey City, NJ 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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