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Compare bus, train, and flight for Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €77, and a train costs an average of €164.
Distance: 623 miles (1004 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€189 Average price | €103 Average price Cheapest | €141 Average price |
27h 32m Average total duration 27h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 39m Average total duration 18h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Louisville to New Orleans trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from Louisville 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.
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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 Louisville to New Orleans.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA
Trains from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 27h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $203 (€164) but you can travel from only $89 (€72) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:00, the last at 08:10. The fastest train covers the 623 miles (1004 km) distance in 32h 47m.
Distance 623 miles (1004 km) |
Average train duration 27h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $203 (€164) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 32h 47m |
First train 08:00 |
Last train 08:10 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Louisville, KY and New Orleans, LA from $89 (€72). 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 Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Louisville, KY 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 Louisville, KY 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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