The cheapest and fastest trains from New Orleans, LA to Rochester, NY
Cheapest price
$485
Average price
$485
Fastest journey
1 d 20 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 20 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1838 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Orleans, LA to Rochester, NY 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 Rochester, NY will cost around $485 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $485.
It's difficult to get from New Orleans, LA to Rochester, NY without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for New Orleans, LA to Rochester, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA to Rochester, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €399. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €399, and a bus costs an average of €570.
Distance: 1142 miles (1838 km)
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31h 30m Average total duration Fastest 31h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38h 20m Average total duration 37h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New Orleans, LA to Rochester, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for New Orleans, LA to Rochester, NY trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:45 PM New Orleans, LA | 44h15 | 10:00 AM Rochester, NY | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Orleans, LA to Rochester, NY
Trains from New Orleans, LA to Rochester, NY run on average 2 times per day, taking around 31h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $490 (€399) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 1142 miles (1838 km) distance in 44h 15m.
Distance 1142 miles (1838 km) |
Average train duration 31h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $490 (€399) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 44h 15m |
First train 05:33 |
Last train 23:29 |
Train companies: Amtrak from New Orleans, LA to Rochester, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New Orleans, LA and Rochester, NY from $490 (€399). 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 Rochester, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Orleans, LA to Rochester, NY 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 Rochester, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New Orleans, LA to Rochester, NY
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is an intermodal transit station with facilities for Amtrak and bus services.
- Bus: Local and regional bus transportation is provided
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