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There is one daily train from New Orleans to Laurel. Traveling by train from New Orleans to Laurel usually takes 2 hours and 58 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 133 mi (214 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 58m |
| Lowest price | RON 133.16 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Crescent |
| Train lines | 1 |
Average score for trains from New Orleans to Laurel
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Staff on the train were very polite and helpful, this made the journey very relaxing. Cons: Nothing. Tips: No.
5.0
Pros: I was amazed the friendly staff and the level of service they provided, next time I will travel with the train Amtrak Crescent. Cons: The travel timung. Tips: Good luck and enjoy your journey.
Amtrak Crescent is the one and only train line which connects New Orleans to Laurel. 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 | 2h 59m | RON 204.10 |
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 Laurel take about 2 hours and 59 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from RON 133.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from New Orleans to Laurel 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 Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves New Orleans at 9:00am and arrives in Laurel around 2 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Laurel 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 Laurel to 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.
Image credit: David Wilson
Link to image attributionOpened 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.
Union Term - 1001 Loyola Ave
Laurel has one train station.
230 North Maple St
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