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The cheapest and fastest trains from New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA

Showing times and prices for Jun 14

Cheapest price

$87

Average price

$87

Fastest journey

12 h 45 m

Average duration

12 h 45 m

Trains per day

Distance

683 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA 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 Atlanta, GA will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave New Orleans, LA for Atlanta, GA on Sat, Jun 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 683 km distance in an average of 12 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 45 m .

On Sat, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 12 h 45 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.

03:15PM12h45

New Orleans, LA

04:00AMAtlanta, GA

$871One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg.

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€89 Average price Cheapest	€105 Average price	€147 Average price
13h 15m Average duration 12h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	10h 16m Average duration 9h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 35m Average duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions	2.0 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA train times

Showing trains for today, Friday, June 13

Last updated at 1:47 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
20 Crescent	2:15 PM Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA	12h45	3:00 AM Peachtree Station, Atlanta, GA	0 transfersDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Train from New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA

USA

Trains from New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) but you can travel from only $54 (€44) by flight.

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.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $54 (€44)

Distance

423 miles (682 km)

Average train duration

12h 45m

Cheapest ticket price

$63 (€51)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

12h 45m

First train

15:15

Last train

15:15

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $54 (€44)

Train providers: Amtrak from New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA trains

Amtrak trains will get you between New Orleans, LA and Atlanta, GA from $42 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey to Atlanta, GA from New Orleans, LA, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Amtrak from New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA train information:

Average Duration: 8 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: $42

FAQs: Trains from New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA

FAQs: Travel by train from New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA.

Cheap train tickets from New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA can start from as little as $46 (€38) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA is $81 (€66); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA train time is 12 h 45 min covering the 423 mile (682 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA leaves at 8: 50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA leaves at 10: 12 AM.

There is 1 train a day from New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route to Atlanta, GA from New Orleans, LA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

The cheapest month to travel from New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA by train is April.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between New Orleans, LA and Atlanta, GA including taking a bus, train or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA

New Orleans

Atlanta

The major train station for departures 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 trip from New Orleans to Atlanta.

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