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Cheap train tickets from New Orleans to Jefferson City
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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from New Orleans to Jefferson City. Travelling by train from New Orleans to Jefferson City usually takes 1 day and 21 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 20 hours and 50 minutes.
- Distance
- 608 mi (978 km)
- Fastest train
- 20h 50m
- Lowest price
- $278.02
- Trains per day
- 2
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 1
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New Orleans to Jefferson City Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from New Orleans to Jefferson City?
There is usually 1 daily bus trip available from New Orleans to Jefferson City.
Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$282.21 | Avg. Price$193.30Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration24h 21mFaster | Duration41h 2m |
There are several train options that can take you from New Orleans to Jefferson City:
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Which train should you take from New Orleans to Jefferson City?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects New Orleans to Jefferson City. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 24h 21m | $282.21 |
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from New Orleans to Jefferson City
While the train is the main method of transportation from New Orleans to Jefferson City, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.
Trains leave the station in New Orleans twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Jefferson City to New Orleans. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the bus from New Orleans to Jefferson City for $127.
Trains per day
2
Direct trains
0
The distance between New Orleans and Jefferson City is approximately 978 kilometres. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 day and 21 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 20 hours and 50 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.
Distance (mi)
608
Distance (km)
978
The earliest train departs New Orleans at 1:45 p.m. while the last train of the day leaves at 1:45 p.m. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
First train
1:45pm
Last train
1:45pm
Trains from New Orleans to Jefferson City are the most crowded on Tuesday. 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 travelling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Tuesday
Least crowded
Tuesday
City Information
New Orleans
New Orleans is the most populous city in the southern state of Louisiana and one of the most popular party destinations in the whole world. Known as The Big Easy, New Orleans is famous for its distinct French-Spanish architecture, Creole cuisine, and unique music. Around the globe, New Orleans is best known as the host city of Mardi Gras, a late-winter carnival known for flashy costumes and never-ending street parties. Because of that, NOLA is consistently among the preferred vacation destinations among spring breakers and post-grad travellers.
There’s a lot more to New Orleans than just partying, though. While you’re in town, connect with the artistic side of your personality with a visit to the famed New Orleans Museum of Art where you will find the South’s most impressive collection of French and American art. A visit to the Big Easy will not be complete without stopping by some of the city’s iconic cemeteries. Whether you take a guided tour or you explore on your own, you will learn a lot about the area’s history and urban legends.
New Orleans is one of the main economic and commercial centres of the U.S. Gulf Coast region, and as such it is easily accessible by all kinds of transportation. The airport is located not too far from the city centre, while the city’s main bus and train station, the Union Passenger Terminal, is placed right in the heart of downtown New Orleans.
Station Information
Where is the train station in New Orleans?
Main departure station: Union Term - 1001 Loyola Ave
Opened in 1954 to replace the five depots spread throughout the city, the Union Passenger Terminal connects all of New Orleans’ passenger rail into one iconic building. To this day, it remains the largest transportation hub in New Orleans and is a key link for travel throughout the Southern United States. Three of Amtrak’s long distance train lines end their service at Union Passenger Terminal: the City of New Orleans line from Chicago, the Crescent line from New York City, and the Sunset Limited line from Los Angeles to New Orleans. Buses operated by Greyhound and Jefferson Lines also serve this station, as well as public transit which connects to New Orleans’ famous streetcars. At the station, there are shops, a game room, and food for purchase, and the city’s must-visit French Quarter is just a mile away.
All train stations in New Orleans:
- Union Term - 1001 Loyola Ave
Where is the train station in Jefferson City?
Main arrival station: 101 Jefferson St
Jefferson City has one train station.
All train stations in Jefferson City:
- 101 Jefferson St
Need a return trip from Jefferson City to New Orleans?
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