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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 864, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and New Orleans?
Train Companies
Based on 5633 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 R 2 951
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to New Orleans by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Washington to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to New Orleans start from R 2 951. The average price for this train route is around R 4 199. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to New Orleans?
The average train journey time from Washington to New Orleans is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1556 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to New Orleans route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Washington to New Orleans departs at 15:57. And the latest train departs at 18:30.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to New Orleans was searched and found on 07 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 831To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to New Orleans as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 831 to R 18 906 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 831, which is on 2025-12-10.
