The cheapest and fastest trains from San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA
Cheapest price
$191
Average price
$191
Fastest journey
15 h 15 m
Average duration
15 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
815 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Antonio, TX 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 San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA will cost around $191 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $191.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Antonio, TX for New Orleans, LA on Fri, Dec 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 815 km distance in an average of 15 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 h 15 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 15 h 15 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 San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €45, and a train costs an average of €88.
Distance: 506 miles (815 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€186 Average price | €73 Average price Cheapest | €161 Average price |
15h 45m Average total duration 15h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 8m Average total duration 10h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA trains for tomorrow, Friday, December 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:25 AM San Antonio, TX | 15h15 | 2:40 AM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA
Trains from San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 15h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $109 (€88) but you can travel from only $56 (€45) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 14:45. The fastest train covers the 506 miles (815 km) distance in 15h 15m.
Distance 506 miles (815 km) |
Average train duration 15h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $109 (€88) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 15h 15m |
First train 06:25 |
Last train 14:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Antonio, TX and New Orleans, LA from $56 (€45). 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 San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Antonio, TX 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 San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- The Station Cafe
- Rosario's Mexican Cafe Y Cantina
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $1.50
- Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Convention Center
- Holiday Inn Express San Antonio N-Riverwalk Area
- La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Hall 3: parking and taxi area
- Bus: VIA Metropolitan Transit routes 26, 30, 36, 42, 70, 96
- 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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