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Trip Overview

The train between Detroit Lakes and New Orleans takes 35h 20m. There is at least one train per day from Detroit Lakes to New Orleans. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

35h 20m
Duration
1,541 mi
Distance
$995
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Detroit Lakes to New Orleans train times

Trains run once daily between Detroit Lakes and New Orleans. The service departs Detroit Lakes at 4:27 AM at night, which arrives into New Orleans at 15:47:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 35h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak35h 20m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Detroit Lakes to New Orleans? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Detroit Lakes to New Orleans.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,541.3 mi
  • Duration: 35h 20m

What companies run services between Detroit Lakes, MN, USA and New Orleans, LA, USA?

You can take a train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal via Chicago Union Station in around 33h.

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