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Trip Overview

The average train between Santa Monica and Louisiana takes 46h 57m and the fastest train takes 46h 44m. The train runs, on average, 3 times per week from Santa Monica to Louisiana. 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 57m
Duration
2,002 mi
Distance
$1,304
Average price
3 times a week
Frequency

Santa Monica to Louisiana train times

Trains run 3 times a week between Santa Monica and Louisiana. The earliest departure is at 8:36 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Santa Monica is at 8:56 PM which arrives into Louisiana at 9:40 PM. All services require a transfer at 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines and take an average of 46h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    Metro Los AngelesMetro Los AngelesAmtrak47h 4m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    Metro Los AngelesMetro Los AngelesAmtrak46h 44m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Santa Monica to Louisiana? 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: 2,002.3 mi
  • Duration: 46h 57m

What companies run services between Santa Monica, CA, USA and Louisiana, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal 3 times a week. Tickets cost $1,000–1,700 and the journey takes 45h 40m.

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