How much is the train ticket from San Antonio to New Orleans?

The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to New Orleans start from $69. The average price for this train route is around $101. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average train ride duration from San Antonio to New Orleans is 15h 15m, covering a distance of 505 miles (814 km). The quickest train can get you there in 15h 15m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Antonio to New Orleans route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Antonio to New Orleans?

The earliest train departs from San Antonio to New Orleans at 6:25am. And the latest train departs at 6:25am.

Train San Antonio to New Orleans from $77 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Antonio to New Orleans on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:25am	San Antonio Station	15h 15m	9:40pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:25am	San Antonio Station	15h 15m	9:40pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:39 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 14 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, 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$49 - $166	Average Duration14h 50m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$69 - $145	Average Duration15h 15m	CO₂ emissions 74kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5610 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $69

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Antonio, US to New Orleans by train

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

How much is the train ticket from San Antonio to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to New Orleans start from $69. The average price for this train route is around $101. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Antonio to New Orleans?
The average train ride duration from San Antonio to New Orleans is 15h 15m, covering a distance of 505 miles (814 km). The quickest train can get you there in 15h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Antonio to New Orleans route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Antonio to New Orleans?
The earliest train departs from San Antonio to New Orleans at 6:25am. And the latest train departs at 6:25am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$200

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The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $114

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 $114 to $495 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 $114 which is on 2025-12-02.