The cheapest and fastest trains from New Orleans, LA to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$424
Average price
$721
Fastest journey
1 d 3 h 37 m
Average duration
1 d 4 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1552 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Orleans, LA to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC will cost around $721 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $424.
Of the 2 trains that leave New Orleans, LA for Washington, DC on Fri, Nov 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 21 the direct trains cover the 1552 km distance in an average of 1 d 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 3 h 37 m .
On Fri, Nov 21 the slowest trains will take 1 d 6 h 21 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.
20 Crescent · 80 Carolinian
20 Crescent
20 Crescent
20 Crescent · 80 CarolinianTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for New Orleans, LA to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €99. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €99, and a train costs an average of €147.
Distance: 964 miles (1552 km)
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€283 Average price | €231 Average price | €149 Average price Cheapest |
28h 18m Average total duration 27h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 16m Average total duration 23h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New Orleans, LA to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for New Orleans, LA to Washington, DC trains for today, Thursday, November 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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20 Crescent · 80 Carolinian | 3:10 PM Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA | 30h21 | 9:31 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
20 Crescent | 3:10 PM Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA | 27h37 | 6:47 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Orleans, LA to Washington, DC
Trains from New Orleans, LA to Washington, DC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 27h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $180 (€147) but you can travel from only $108 (€88) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:10, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 964 miles (1552 km) distance in 27h 32m.
Distance 964 miles (1552 km) |
Average train duration 27h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $180 (€147) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 27h 32m |
First train 09:10 |
Last train 18:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak from New Orleans, LA to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New Orleans, LA and Washington, DC from $108 (€88). 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 Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Orleans, LA to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New Orleans, LA to Washington, DC
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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