The cheapest and fastest trains from Phoenix, AZ to New Orleans, LA
Cheapest price
$1194
Average price
$1194
Fastest journey
1 d 15 h 55 m
Average duration
1 d 15 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
2113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Phoenix, AZ to New Orleans, LA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Phoenix, AZ to New Orleans, LA will cost around $1194 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $1194.
Of the 1 trains that leave Phoenix, AZ for New Orleans, LA on Mon, Jan 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 12 the direct trains cover the 2113 km distance in an average of 1 d 15 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 15 h 55 m .
On Mon, Jan 12 the slowest trains will take 1 d 15 h 55 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 bus, flight, and train for Phoenix, AZ to New Orleans, LA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Phoenix, AZ to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €87. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €87, and a flight costs an average of €116.
Distance: 1312 miles (2113 km)
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€230 Average price | €254 Average price | €160 Average price Cheapest |
40h 10m Average total duration 39h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 32h 40m Average total duration 32h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Phoenix to New Orleans trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from Phoenix to New Orleans. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Phoenix, AZ to New Orleans, LA
Trains from Phoenix, AZ to New Orleans, LA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 39h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $236 (€190) but you can travel from only $108 (€87) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 09:00. The fastest train covers the 1312 miles (2113 km) distance in 39h 55m.
Distance 1312 miles (2113 km) |
Average train duration 39h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $236 (€190) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 39h 55m |
First train 03:45 |
Last train 09:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Phoenix, AZ to New Orleans, LA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Phoenix, AZ and New Orleans, LA from $108 (€87). 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 Phoenix, AZ to New Orleans, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Phoenix, AZ to New Orleans, LA 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 New Orleans, LA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Phoenix, AZ to New Orleans, LA
- 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
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