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Compare prices and tickets Lee's Summit, MO to New Orleans, LA by bus, train, or flight
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Overview: Train from Lee's Summit, MO to New Orleans, LA
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance 665 miles (1071 km) |
Trains per day 3 |
Key Takeaways
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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FAQs: Trains from Lee's Summit, MO to New Orleans, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lee's Summit, MO 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.

Three to four days are recommended to fully explore New Orleans, allowing time to visit its historic neighborhoods, enjoy live music, savor local cuisine, and experience cultural landmarks such as the French Quarter and Garden District.
The distance by train from Lee's Summit, MO to New Orleans, LA is 665 miles (1071 km).
In New Orleans, LA, you can enjoy traditional jazz performances at Preservation Hall, relax in Audubon Park with its zoo and golf course, and experience live music on Frenchmen Street. Take a scenic cruise on the Steamboat Natchez and explore City Park's botanical gardens and art museum. Discover the French Quarter's vibrant nightlife and cultural heritage, visit Jackson Square and the historic St. Louis Cathedral, admire the Garden District's antebellum mansions, and explore the National WWII Museum's immersive exhibits.
The train journey from Lee's Summit, MO to New Orleans, LA offers scenic views, particularly through the Ozark Mountains and along the Mississippi River, with picturesque landscapes and charming small towns enhancing the travel experience.
No, you cannot take the train from Lee's Summit, MO to New Orleans, LA.
The train station in Lee's Summit, MO that goes to New Orleans, LA is Lee's Summit Station, Lee's Summit, MO, which connects to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA.
There is no direct train service currently available from Lee's Summit, MO to New Orleans, LA.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Lee's Summit, MO to New Orleans, LA.
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Popular train stations from Lee's Summit, MO to New Orleans, LA
Lee's Summit
New Orleans
The major train station for departures in Lee's Summit is Lee's Summit Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lee's Summit Station for your trip from Lee's Summit to New Orleans.
Lee's Summit Station

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The major train station for arrivals in New Orleans is Union Passenger Terminal. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Union Passenger Terminal for your journey to New Orleans from Lee's Summit.
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Ticket Office Hours
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, accessible 24/7.
Dining
- Cochon Restaurant
- Herbsaint
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- $1
Hotel
- Hyatt Regency New Orleans
- Le Pavillon Hotel
- Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Hall 3: bus and streetcar connections
Public transit options for Union Passenger Terminal
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: Loyola-UPT Line
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