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Compare train tickets from New Orleans to Atlanta
New Orleans-Atlanta Train Schedule
Trip Summary
How much are train tickets from New Orleans to Atlanta?
Lowest Price | $49.21 |
Fastest Train | 10h 10m |
Trains Per Day | 1 |
Train Lines | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to travel by train from New Orleans to Atlanta during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Our train partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, train carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
In addition, federal law requires all train passengers to wear a face covering for the entire duration of the trip. Please make sure you are wearing a face mask or you may not be allowed to board the train.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.
Can you take a train all the way from New Orleans to Atlanta?
What is the price of a train ticket from New Orleans to Atlanta?
In the last month, $49.21 was the average price of a train ticket from New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA. This is a great price, especially considering the length of the route. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 10 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around $54.26 more than that for a same-day booking.
How long is the train journey from New Orleans to Atlanta?
The distance between New Orleans and Atlanta is approximately 424 miles, or 683 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours and 30 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 10 hours and 10 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
When are trains the most crowded?
Trains from New Orleans to Atlanta are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
When are the first and last trains of the day?
Most days, there is only one train which leaves New Orleans at 6:00am and arrives in Atlanta around 10 hours later.
Is there a direct train from New Orleans to Atlanta?
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Atlanta with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Atlanta to New Orleans. If you're not not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from New Orleans to Atlanta for $55.52.
Which train should you take from New Orleans to Atlanta?
2 train services operate from New Orleans, Louisiana to Atlanta, Georgia. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 1 | 10h 10m | $51.47 |
Amtrak Crescent | 1 | 11h 35m | $52.45 |
Amtrak train tickets from New Orleans to Atlanta start from $49, and on average cost $51. Daily there are 1 Amtrak schedules to Atlanta. Amtrak in New Orleans leaves from Union Term - 1001 Loyola Ave, And in Atlanta trains arrive at Peachtree Station - 1688 Peachtree St NW, From New Orleans to Atlanta train travel on Amtrak takes 10 hours and 10 minutes.
Amtrak Crescent train tickets from New Orleans to Atlanta start from $49, and on average cost $52. Daily there are 1 Amtrak Crescent schedules to Atlanta. Amtrak Crescent in New Orleans leaves from Union Term - 1001 Loyola Ave, And in Atlanta trains arrive at Peachtree Station - 1688 Peachtree St NW, From New Orleans to Atlanta train travel on Amtrak Crescent takes 11 hours and 35 minutes. If you are looking to get to Atlanta faster, Amtrak Crescent offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 10 hours and 10 minutes. If you are looking to travel to Atlanta on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Crescent scheduled trip per day, which will cost $54 for a one-way weekend reservation from New Orleans.
Where is the train station in New Orleans?
There is one train station in New Orleans:
- Union Term - 1001 Loyola Ave
Where is the train station in Atlanta?
Atlanta has one train station:
- Peachtree Station - 1688 Peachtree St NW
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