The cheapest and fastest trains from New Orleans, LA to Albany, NY
Cheapest price
$480
Average price
$480
Fastest journey
1 d 12 h
Average duration
1 d 12 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
2026 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Orleans, LA to Albany, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New Orleans, LA to Albany, NY will cost around $480 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $480.
It's difficult to get from New Orleans, LA to Albany, NY without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for New Orleans, LA to Albany, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA to Albany, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €224. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €224, and a train costs an average of €208.
Distance: 1258 miles (2026 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€302 Average price | €259 Average price Cheapest | €279 Average price |
45h 3m Average total duration 44h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34h 5m Average total duration 33h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 55m Average total duration Fastest 7h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Orleans, LA to Albany, NY
Trains from New Orleans, LA to Albany, NY run on average 6 times per day, taking around 44h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $262 (€208) but you can travel from only $166 (€132) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 09:10, the last at 19:33. The fastest train covers the 1258 miles (2026 km) distance in 37h 26m.
Distance 1258 miles (2026 km) |
Average train duration 44h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $262 (€208) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 37h 26m |
First train 09:10 |
Last train 19:33 |
Train companies: Amtrak from New Orleans, LA to Albany, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New Orleans, LA and Albany, NY from $166 (€132). 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 New Orleans, LA to Albany, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Orleans, LA to Albany, NY 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 Albany, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New Orleans, LA to Albany, NY
- 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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