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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from New Orleans to Tuscaloosa. Traveling by train from New Orleans to Tuscaloosa usually takes 5 hours and 56 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 269 mi (433 km) |
Fastest train | 5h 56m |
Lowest price | PLN 97.56 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Crescent |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from New Orleans to Tuscaloosa?
Over the past month, a train ticket between New Orleans and Tuscaloosa cost PLN 97.56, on average. This is about as cheap as train fares get on this route. Booking your trip at least 17 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around PLN 12.19 more.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from New Orleans to Tuscaloosa on Wanderu at least 17 days ahead of time, you can save about PLN 12.19 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from New Orleans to Tuscaloosa?
Amtrak Crescent is the one and only train line which connects New Orleans to Tuscaloosa. 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 | 5h 56m | PLN 128.33 |
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 New Orleans to Tuscaloosa take about 5 hours and 56 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from PLN 98.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between New Orleans and Tuscaloosa is approximately 269 miles, or 433 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 56 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 from New Orleans to Tuscaloosa 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 traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves New Orleans at 9:00am and arrives in Tuscaloosa around 5 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Tuscaloosa 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 Tuscaloosa 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 Tuscaloosa?
Main arrival station: 2105 Greensboro Ave
Tuscaloosa has one train station.
All train stations in Tuscaloosa:
2105 Greensboro Ave
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