The cheapest and fastest trains from New Orleans, LA to Greensboro, NC
Cheapest price
$210
Average price
$210
Fastest journey
23 h 50 m
Average duration
23 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Orleans, LA to Greensboro, NC 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 Greensboro, NC will cost around $210 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $210.
Of the 1 trains that leave New Orleans, LA for Greensboro, NC on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 1174 km distance in an average of 23 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 h 50 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 23 h 50 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 Greensboro, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA to Greensboro, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $106. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $106, and a flight costs an average of $183.
Distance: 729 miles (1174 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$180 Average price | $281 Average price | $175 Average price Cheapest |
21h 34m Average total duration 21h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 0m Average total duration 16h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Orleans, LA to Greensboro, NC
Trains from New Orleans, LA to Greensboro, NC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 21h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $164 (€133) but you can travel from only $106 (€86) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 19:50. The fastest train covers the 729 miles (1174 km) distance in 21h 7m.
Distance 729 miles (1174 km) |
Average train duration 21h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $164 (€133) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 21h 7m |
First train 00:32 |
Last train 19:50 |
Train companies: Amtrak from New Orleans, LA to Greensboro, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New Orleans, LA and Greensboro, NC from $106 (€86). 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 Greensboro, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Orleans, LA to Greensboro, NC 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 Greensboro, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New Orleans, LA to Greensboro, NC
- 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
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available around the station.
- Lindley Park Filling Station
- Crafted: The Art of the Taco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Proximity Hotel
- O.Henry Hotel
- Marriott Greensboro Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services are accessible
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