Cheap train tickets from Slidell to New Orleans

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Trip Summary

There is one daily train from Slidell to New Orleans. Travelling by train from Slidell to New Orleans usually takes 1 hour and 50 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.

Distance: 28 mi (46 km)
Fastest train: 1h 50m
Lowest price: $19.53
Trains per day: 1
Most frequent service: Amtrak Crescent
Train lines: 1

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Slidell to New Orleans Train Schedule

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Slidell to New Orleans?

There are usually 2 daily bus trips available from Slidell to New Orleans.

	Train	Bus
Avg. Price	Avg. Price$27.97	Avg. Price$14.55Cheaper
Daily Trips	Daily Trips1	Daily Trips2
Duration	Duration1h 50m	Duration43mFaster

There are several train options that can take you from Slidell to New Orleans:

Amtrak Crescent tickets: $20 one-way

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What is the price of a train ticket from Slidell to New Orleans?

In the last month, train tickets from Slidell to New Orleans cost about $20 when booked at the cheapest time. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 3 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $23.72 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Slidell to New Orleans by travel date

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Slidell to New Orleans will cost between $22 and $33. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Slidell to New Orleans by month

Taking the train from Slidell to New Orleans usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $22 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

The price of train trips from Slidell to New Orleans doesn't fluctuate much throughout the year, so you don’t need to book your tickets super far in advance. However, to avoid last-minute price surges or sold-out tickets, we recommend purchasing your train tickets at least 48 hours before departure.

Which train should you take from Slidell to New Orleans?

Amtrak Crescent is the one and only train line which connects Slidell to New Orleans. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak Crescent	1	1h 50m	$27.97

The Crescent is Amtrak’s passenger train service that runs from New York to New Orleans by way of Atlanta. As an overnight service, the Crescent offers a variety of amenities and accommodation options. There’s also a café car where you can enjoy freshly prepared meals and a variety of soft and alcoholic beverages. Like all Amtrak trains, the Crescent offers free WiFi, power outlets and extra legroom. Train trips from Slidell to New Orleans take about 1 hour and 50 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from $19.53.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Slidell to New Orleans

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Slidell. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the bus from Slidell to New Orleans for $14.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between Slidell and New Orleans is approximately 46 kilometres. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour and 50 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Distance (mi)

Distance (km)

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Slidell at 7:22 p.m. and arrives in New Orleans about an hour later.

First train

7:22pm

Last train

7:22pm

Trains from Slidell to New Orleans 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 travelling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Monday

Least crowded

Sunday

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 Slidell?

Main departure station: 1827 Front St

There is one train station in Slidell.

All train stations in Slidell:

1827 Front St

Where is the train station in New Orleans?

Main arrival 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

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