The cheapest and fastest trains from Williston, ND to New Orleans, LA
Cheapest price
$937
Average price
$937
Fastest journey
1 d 20 h 26 m
Average duration
1 d 20 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
2329 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Williston, ND 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 Williston, ND to New Orleans, LA will cost around $937 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $937.
It's difficult to get from Williston, ND to New Orleans, LA without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Williston, ND to New Orleans, LA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Williston, ND to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $311. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 11h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $311, and a flight costs an average of $593.
Distance: 1447 miles (2329 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
$345 Average price Cheapest | $621 Average price |
41h 36m Average total duration 41h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 50m Average total duration Fastest 11h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Williston, ND to New Orleans, LA train times
The table below shows live departures for Williston, ND to New Orleans, LA trains for tomorrow, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:21 PM Williston, ND | 44h26 | 3:47 PM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Williston, ND to New Orleans, LA
Trains from Williston, ND to New Orleans, LA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 41h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $311 (€252) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 13:45, the last at 13:45. The fastest train covers the 1447 miles (2329 km) distance in 44h 26m.
Distance 1447 miles (2329 km) |
Average train duration 41h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $311 (€252) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 44h 26m |
First train 13:45 |
Last train 13:45 |
Cheapest month Apr |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Best day to book ahead 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Williston, ND to New Orleans, LA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Williston, ND and New Orleans, LA from $311 (€252). 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 Williston, ND to New Orleans, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Williston, ND 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 Williston, ND 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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