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Rochester to New Orleans trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Rochester and New Orleans takes 41h 28m and the fastest train takes 41h 18m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Rochester 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.

41h 28m
Duration
1,518 mi
Distance
$980
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Rochester to New Orleans train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Rochester and New Orleans. The service departs Rochester at 11:29 PM at night, which arrives into New Orleans at 15:47:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 41h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak41h 18m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrak41h 18m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrak41h 18m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrak41h 18m • 1 change

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrak41h 18m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrak42h 18m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rochester 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.

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  • Distance: 1,518.5 mi
  • Duration: 41h 28m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and New Orleans, LA, USA?

You can take a train from Rochester to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal via Chicago Union Station in around 32h 25m.

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