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New Orleans to Mobile Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from New Orleans to Mobile?
There are usually 3 daily bus trips available from New Orleans to Mobile.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PricePLN 111.70 | Avg. PricePLN 161.78 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration2h 28m | Duration3h 43m |
Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between New Orleans and Mobile. The average train journey from New Orleans to Mobile takes 3 hours and 43 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 132 mi (212 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 43m |
| Lowest price | PLN 61.51 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Mardi Gras Service |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from New Orleans to Mobile?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from New Orleans to Mobile was PLN 119.63. Compared to most train fares, this is an excellent price. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 15 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around PLN 22.62 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Prices as travel date approaches
If you're looking to save on your train trip from New Orleans to Mobile, book online with Wanderu at least 15 days in advance. That way, you’ll save PLN 22.62 compared to booking your ticket last minute.
Which train should you take from New Orleans to Mobile?
Amtrak Mardi Gras Service is the one and only train line which connects New Orleans to Mobile. 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 | 3h 43m | PLN 171.19 |
Amtrak Mardi Gras Service train tickets from New Orleans to Mobile start from PLN 62, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Amtrak Mardi Gras Service schedules to Mobile. Amtrak Mardi Gras Service in New Orleans leaves from Union Term - 1001 Loyola Ave . And in Mobile trains arrive at 101 South Water St .
From New Orleans to Mobile train travel on Amtrak Mardi Gras Service takes 3 hours and 43 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 Mobile.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from New Orleans to Mobile
The distance between New Orleans and Mobile is approximately 132 miles, or 212 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 43 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.
Trains departing from New Orleans to Mobile tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs New Orleans at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. 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 Mobile 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 Mobile 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 Mobile?
Main arrival station: 101 South Water St
Mobile has one train station.
All train stations in Mobile:
101 South Water St
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