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

The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to New Orleans start from £54. The average price for this train route is around £78. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from San Antonio to New Orleans?

The average train journey time from San Antonio to New Orleans is 15h 15m, covering a distance of 505 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 15h 15m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Antonio 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 San Antonio to New Orleans?

The earliest train from San Antonio to New Orleans departs at 06:25. And the latest train departs at 06:25.

Train San Antonio to New Orleans from £60 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from San Antonio to New Orleans on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	06:25	San Antonio Station	15h 15m	21:40	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	06:25	San Antonio Station	15h 15m	21:40	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Antonio to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 14 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

14h 50mAverage duration

495 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£38 - £129	Average duration14h 50m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£54 - £112	Average duration15h 15m	CO₂ emissions 74kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5618 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 £54

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Antonio, US 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 San Antonio to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to New Orleans start from £54. The average price for this train route is around £78. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Antonio to New Orleans?
The average train journey time from San Antonio to New Orleans is 15h 15m, covering a distance of 505 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 15h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Antonio 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 San Antonio to New Orleans?
The earliest train from San Antonio to New Orleans departs at 06:25. And the latest train departs at 06:25.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£156

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£75

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£89

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The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to New Orleans was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £75

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

You can expect to pay from £75 to £340 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £75, which is on 2025-12-02.