How much does a train ticket cost from Gainesville to New Orleans?

The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to New Orleans start from £92. The average price for this train route is around £113. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Gainesville to New Orleans?

The average train journey time from Gainesville to New Orleans is 14h 44m, covering a distance of 473 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 14h 44m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Gainesville to New Orleans route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gainesville to New Orleans?

The earliest train from Gainesville to New Orleans departs at 07:28. And the latest train departs at 08:28.

Train Gainesville to New Orleans from £88 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Gainesville to New Orleans on 29 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	07:28	Gainesville Station	14h 44m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	07:28	Gainesville Station	14h 44m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Gainesville to New Orleans on 30 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	07:28	Gainesville Station	14h 44m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	07:28	Gainesville Station	14h 44m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Gainesville to New Orleans on 31 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	07:28	Gainesville Station	14h 44m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	07:28	Gainesville Station	14h 44m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 19:41 EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Gainesville to New Orleans

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 14 hours 44 minutes and with fares starting at just £92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

14h 44mAverage duration

473 milesDistance

69kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£57 - £155	Average duration11h 10m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£92 - £469	Average duration14h 44m	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,776 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5776 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £92

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, GA to New Orleans by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Gainesville to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to New Orleans start from £92. The average price for this train route is around £113. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gainesville to New Orleans?
The average train journey time from Gainesville to New Orleans is 14h 44m, covering a distance of 473 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 14h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Gainesville to New Orleans route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gainesville to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Gainesville to New Orleans departs at 07:28. And the latest train departs at 08:28.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

25/03

£109

26/03

£109

Today

£109

28/03

£109

29/03

£109

30/03

£109

31/03

£109

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The cheapest trip from Gainesville, GA to New Orleans was searched and found on 25 Mar 2026 with a price of £109

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gainesville, GA to New Orleans as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £109 to £454 for a train ticket from Gainesville, GA to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £109, which is on 2026-03-28.

What's the cheapest way to go from Gainesville, GA to New Orleans?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time11h 10m	Avg price£113	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time14h 44m	Avg price£113	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Gainesville, GA and New Orleans is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £113 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £92. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to New Orleans, choose the train, as it will take you from Gainesville, GA to New Orleans in about 11h 10m – that's the fastest way to get there!