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The cheapest and fastest trains from New Orleans, LA to Minneapolis, MN

Showing times and prices for Jun 21

Cheapest price

$227

Average price

$227

Fastest journey

1 d 9 h 11 m

Average duration

1 d 9 h 11 m

Trains per day

Distance

1694 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Orleans, LA to Minneapolis, MN 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 Minneapolis, MN will cost around $227 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $227.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave New Orleans, LA for Minneapolis, MN on Sat, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 1694 km distance in an average of 1 d 9 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 9 h 11 m .

On Sat, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 d 9 h 11 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.

07:45PM33h11

New Orleans, LA

04:56AMMinneapolis, MN

$2271One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for New Orleans, LA to Minneapolis, MN

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA to Minneapolis, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €181. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 46m.

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Most popular Train	Flight
€238 Average price Cheapest	€284 Average price
1d 31h 13m Average duration 1d 30h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	10h 46m Average duration Fastest 7h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
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Journey information

Overview: Train from New Orleans, LA to Minneapolis, MN

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Trains from New Orleans, LA to Minneapolis, MN run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1d 30h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $222 (€181) but you can travel from only $120 (€98) 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 $120 (€98)

Distance

1051 miles (1693 km)

Average train duration

1d 30h 43m

Cheapest ticket price

$222 (€181)

Trains per day

Fastest train

1d 28h 44m

First train

08:50

Last train

13:45

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $120 (€98)

Train providers: Amtrak from New Orleans, LA to Minneapolis, MN trains

Find the best trains to Minneapolis, MN from New Orleans, LA with Omio's travel partners Amtrak from $234 (€191). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

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 Minneapolis, MN from New Orleans, LA, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

New Orleans, LA to Minneapolis, MN train information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 33 h 11 min
Cheapest Price: $234

FAQs: Trains from New Orleans, LA to Minneapolis, MN

FAQs: Travel by train from New Orleans, LA to Minneapolis, MN 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 Minneapolis, MN.

Cheap train tickets from New Orleans, LA to Minneapolis, MN can start from as little as $243 (€198) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for New Orleans, LA to Minneapolis, MN is $505 (€412); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from New Orleans, LA to Minneapolis, MN is 29 h 44 min to travel the 1050 mile (1693 km) long journey, with around there are 2 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from New Orleans, LA to Minneapolis, MN leaves at 2: 45 PM.

There are 2 trains a day from New Orleans, LA to Minneapolis, MN which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

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

The cheapest month for a train from New Orleans, LA to Minneapolis, MN is July.

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