Cheap train tickets from Cary to New Orleans

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Trip Summary

There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Cary to New Orleans. Travelling by train from Cary to New Orleans usually takes 1 day, 16 hours and 21 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 1 day, 2 hours and 33 minutes.

Distance: 769 mi (1237 km)
Fastest train: 26h 33m
Lowest price: £94.93
Trains per day: 3
Most frequent service: Amtrak
Train lines: 1

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Cary to New Orleans Train Timetable

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

Amtrak tickets: £95 one-way

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

In the last month, train tickets from Cary to New Orleans cost about £197 when booked at the cheapest time. Considering the distance between Cary and New Orleans, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 14 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around £162.53 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

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

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Cary to New Orleans will cost between £160 and £495. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Cary to New Orleans by month

Ticket prices for the train from Cary to New Orleans often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in February when the average ticket price is only £179. If you're thinking of travelling from Cary to New Orleans during June, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £252 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in June, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

By booking your train trip from Cary to New Orleans on Wanderu at least 14 days ahead of time, you can save about £162.53 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Cary to New Orleans?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Cary to New Orleans. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	3	40h 21m	£240.22

Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 3 Amtrak trains from Cary to New Orleans every day, as well as 3 trips at the weekends, with prices starting from £94.93.

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

There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your hand luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from New Orleans to Cary.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between Cary and New Orleans is approximately 769 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 day, 16 hours and 21 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 day, 2 hours and 33 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 patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Distance (mi)

769

Distance (km)

1237

The earliest train departs Cary at 8:33 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:39. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.

First train

8:33am

Last train

7:39pm

Trains from Cary 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

Cary

Cary is a town in North Carolina's Research Triangle and a fast-growing suburb of Raleigh. Known for its robust dining scene and the sports teams it hosts, Cary is a top destination in the Raleigh-Durham area. North Carolina FC and North Carolina Courage share the WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, and the city also hosts the USA Baseball National Training Complex, where you can attend many amateur and pre-professional baseball events throughout the year.

Outdoor enthusiasts can check out hiking and running trails on the Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve and American Tobacco Trail, a 22-mile rail-trail from Durham to Wake County.

The city of Cary also features a bustling craft beer scene, best experienced at one of its taverns, pubs, ale houses, or breweries. Fortnight Brewing Company and Bond Brothers Beer Company are two of many to check out. Downtown Cary is a charming neighbourhood teeming with cafes, art centres, neighbourhood bars, boutique hotels, and outdoor green spaces. Of course, the highlight of any visit to Cary is its dining scene: lick the barbecue sauce from your fingers at Brew N Que or savor a pastry at La Farm Bakery.

Three Amtrak trains, the Carolinian, Piedmont, and Silver Service, stop in Cary on their north-south routes. Train service makes it easy to reach Charlotte, New York, and Miami from Cary. Access intercity coach service in nearby Raleigh, where Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Wanda Coach, and more provide service to destinations throughout the South and the country at large.

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 holiday 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 transport. The airport is located not too far from the city centre, while the city’s main coach 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 Cary?

Main departure station: 211 N Academy St

There is one train station in Cary.

All train stations in Cary:

211 N Academy 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 transport 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. Coaches operated by Greyhound and Jefferson Lines also serve this station, as well as public transit which connects to New Orleans’ famous trams. 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.

Train stations in New Orleans:

Union Term - 1001 Loyola Ave

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