The cheapest and fastest trains from New Orleans, LA to Baltimore, MD
Cheapest price
$222
Average price
$301
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 47 m
Average duration
1 d 5 h 4 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
1608 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Orleans, LA to Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore, MD will cost around $301 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $222.
Of the 3 trains that leave New Orleans, LA for Baltimore, MD on Thu, Feb 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 26 the direct trains cover the 1608 km distance in an average of 1 d 5 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 2 h 47 m .
On Thu, Feb 26 the slowest trains will take 1 d 7 h 37 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 New Orleans, LA to Baltimore, MD
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $73. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $73, and a train costs an average of $184.
Distance: 999 miles (1608 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$301 Average price | $218 Average price Cheapest | $244 Average price |
30h 54m Average total duration 30h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 37m Average total duration 27h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New Orleans, LA to Baltimore, MD train times
The table below shows live departures for New Orleans, LA to Baltimore, MD trains for today, Wednesday, February 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
58 City Of New Orleans · 41 Floridian · 146 Northeast Regional | 7:45 PM Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA | 50h19 | 10:04 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, February 26 | |||||
![]() | 3:10 PM New Orleans, LA | 31h37 | 10:47 PM Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM New Orleans, LA | 28h47 | 8:17 PM Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM New Orleans, LA | 26h47 | 8:17 PM Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Orleans, LA to Baltimore, MD
Trains from New Orleans, LA to Baltimore, MD run on average 3 times per day, taking around 30h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $184 (€147) but you can travel from only $73 (€58) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:10, the last at 17:07. The fastest train covers the 999 miles (1608 km) distance in 26h 47m.
Distance 999 miles (1608 km) |
Average train duration 30h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $184 (€147) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 26h 47m |
First train 09:10 |
Last train 17:07 |
Train companies: Amtrak from New Orleans, LA to Baltimore, MD trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New Orleans, LA and Baltimore, MD from $73 (€58). 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 Baltimore, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Orleans, LA to Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New Orleans, LA to Baltimore, MD
- 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
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Charles Street.
- The Helmand
- Tapas Teatro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown
- The Ivy Hotel
- Hotel Revival Baltimore
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and MARC trains
- Hall 3: access to Light RailLink
- Light Rail: Baltimore Light RailLink
- Bus: Several MTA bus lines available
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