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Trip Overview

The train between New Orleans and Los Angeles takes 46h 35m. The train runs, on average, 3 times per week from New Orleans to Los Angeles. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

46h 35m
Duration
1,985 mi
Distance
$1,300
Average price
3 times a week
Frequency

New Orleans to Los Angeles train times

Trains run 3 times a week between New Orleans and Los Angeles. The service departs New Orleans at 9:00 AM in the morning, which arrives into Los Angeles at 05:35:00. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 46h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 46h 35m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    train train 46h 35m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    train train 46h 35m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from New Orleans to Los Angeles? 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 New Orleans to Los Angeles.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,985 mi
  • Duration: 46h 35m

What companies run services between New Orleans, LA, USA and Los Angeles, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Los Angeles 3 times a week. Tickets cost $1,100–1,700 and the journey takes 46h 35m.

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