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New Orleans to Bay St. Louis Train Timetable
Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from New Orleans to Bay St. Louis. The train trip from New Orleans to Bay St. Louis is usually about one hour and 25 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Mardi Gras Service train can get you there in as little as one hour and 22 minutes.
| Distance | 51 mi (82 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 22m |
| Lowest price | US$21.00 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Mardi Gras Service |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from New Orleans to Bay St. Louis?
Amtrak Mardi Gras Service is the one and only train line which connects New Orleans to Bay St. Louis. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Mardi Gras Service | 2 | 1h 25m | US$36.02 |
Amtrak Mardi Gras Service train tickets from New Orleans to Bay St. Louis start from US$21, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Amtrak Mardi Gras Service schedules to Bay St. Louis. Amtrak Mardi Gras Service in New Orleans leaves from Union Term - 1001 Loyola Ave . And in Bay St. Louis trains arrive at 1928 Depot Way .
From New Orleans to Bay St. Louis train travel on Amtrak Mardi Gras Service takes 1 hours and 25 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bay St. Louis faster, Amtrak Mardi Gras Service offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 22 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Amtrak Mardi Gras Service offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Bay St. Louis.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from New Orleans to Bay St. Louis
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from New Orleans to Bay St. Louis on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs New Orleans at 07:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 17:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in New Orleans twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Bay St. Louis with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Bay St. Louis to New Orleans.
City Information
New Orleans
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Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
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 travelers.
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 centers 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 center, 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?
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Link to image attributionMain 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 Bay St. Louis?
Main arrival station: 1928 Depot Way
Bay St. Louis has one train station.
Train stations in Bay St. Louis:
1928 Depot Way
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