The cheapest and fastest trains from New Orleans, LA to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$443
Average price
$484
Fastest journey
1 d 12 h 48 m
Average duration
1 d 13 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
2186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Orleans, LA to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA will cost around $484 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $443.
Of the 2 trains that leave New Orleans, LA for Boston, MA on Thu, Nov 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct trains cover the 2186 km distance in an average of 1 d 13 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 12 h 48 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest trains will take 1 d 14 h 5 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 Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €75. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €75, and a train costs an average of €210.
Distance: 1358 miles (2186 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€393 Average price | €158 Average price Cheapest | €162 Average price |
37h 7m Average total duration 36h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration Fastest 4h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 53h 25m Average total duration 52h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New Orleans, LA to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for New Orleans, LA to Boston, MA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:10 PM New Orleans, LA | 38h05 | 4:15 AM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:15 PM New Orleans, LA | 36h48 | 3:03 AM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Orleans, LA to Boston, MA
Trains from New Orleans, LA to Boston, MA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 36h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $259 (€210) but you can travel from only $92 (€75) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:12, the last at 14:45. The fastest train covers the 1358 miles (2186 km) distance in 36h 53m.
Distance 1358 miles (2186 km) |
Average train duration 36h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $259 (€210) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 36h 53m |
First train 08:12 |
Last train 14:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from New Orleans, LA to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New Orleans, LA and Boston, MA from $92 (€75). 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 Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Orleans, LA to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New Orleans, LA to Boston, MA
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
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