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New Orleans Museum of Art
Leading art museum in City Park with major European, American, African, and contemporary collections plus a renowned sculpture garden.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Summerville, SC to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from zł1050. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł1050, and a train costs an average of zł2067.
Distance: 620 miles (998 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
zł2067 Average price | zł1070 Average price | zł1050 Average price Cheapest | zł550 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
37h 27m Average total duration 36h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 50m Average total duration 22h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Summerville, SC to New Orleans, LA:
A bus is zł20 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Summerville, SC to New Orleans, LA costing on average zł1070.
A bus is zł1017 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Summerville, SC to New Orleans, LA costing on average zł2067.
Other travel options to New Orleans, LA take longer:
Bus takes on average 22h 20m.
Train takes on average 36h 57m.
Tickets start at around zł2067 compared to roughly zł550 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł-1517.49. The journey takes 36h 57m versus 10h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Summerville, SC to New Orleans, LA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 36h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł2067 but you can travel from only zł1050 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 13:15, the last at 13:15. The fastest train covers the 620 miles (998 km) distance in 36h 57m.
Distance 620 miles (998 km) |
Average train duration 36h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price zł2067 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 36h 57m |
First train 1:15 PM |
Last train 1:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Discover the best of New Orleans, LA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New Orleans, LA trip today.
Leading art museum in City Park with major European, American, African, and contemporary collections plus a renowned sculpture garden.
Powerful museum using immersive exhibits to explain World War II through personal stories, artifacts, and major military history.
Smithsonian-affiliated museum devoted to Southern art, design, and culture in a contemporary warehouse district setting.
The city’s most famous neighborhood, packed with historic architecture, music, courtyards, and essential New Orleans street life.
Lively public square facing St. Louis Cathedral, ideal for architecture, performers, and a classic introduction to the city.
Vast urban park with oak groves, lagoons, museums, and trails, offering one of the best green escapes in New Orleans.
A hearty Creole rice dish with sausage, chicken, and seafood. It reflects Spanish, French, and local influences central to New Orleans cooking.
A rich Louisiana stew usually made with roux, okra or filé, and seafood or sausage. It is a signature dish of Creole and Cajun tradition.
A classic po' boy is a French bread sandwich stuffed with fried shrimp, oysters, or roast beef. It is one of the city's most iconic everyday foods.
Celebrated Creole restaurant famous for gumbo z'herbes, turtle soup, and jazz brunch in an elegant Garden District mansion.
Casual landmark for classic po' boys and fried seafood. Expect a lively, old-school New Orleans atmosphere near the French Quarter.
Historic coffee stand best known for beignets and chicory café au lait. It is busy, informal, and one of the city's essential stops.
Moderate for U.S. cities: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but food and transit are reasonable for tourists.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, 10-15% for taxis, and spare change or $1 at cafes for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Summerville, SC 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.

Most Summerville, SC to New Orleans, LA trains use the Charleston Station to Union Passenger Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Summerville, SC and New Orleans, LA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Union Passenger Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Cochon Restaurant, Herbsaint
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Union Passenger Terminal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Union Passenger Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Union Passenger Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Union Passenger Terminal: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Passenger Terminal: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Regency New Orleans, Le Pavillon Hotel, Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans.
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