What is the cheapest way to get from Laurel to Ponchatoula?

The cheapest way to get from Laurel to Ponchatoula is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Laurel to Ponchatoula?

The fastest way to get from Laurel to Ponchatoula is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Laurel and Ponchatoula?

No, there is no direct train from Laurel station to Ponchatoula station. However, there are services departing from Laurel Station and arriving at Hammond Station via New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Laurel to Ponchatoula?

The distance between Laurel and Ponchatoula is 204 miles. The road distance is 142.4 miles.

How do I travel from Laurel to Ponchatoula without a car?

The best way to get from Laurel to Ponchatoula without a car is to taxi and bus and train which takes 4h 59m and costs $130 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Laurel to Ponchatoula?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Laurel to Ponchatoula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Laurel to Ponchatoula train from?

Laurel to Ponchatoula train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Laurel Station.

Where does the Laurel to Ponchatoula train arrive?

Laurel to Ponchatoula train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal station.

Can I drive from Laurel to Ponchatoula?

Yes, the driving distance between Laurel to Ponchatoula is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Laurel to Ponchatoula.

How do I get a train ticket from Laurel to Ponchatoula?

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Where can I stay near Ponchatoula?

There are 80+ hotels available in Ponchatoula.

Laurel to Ponchatoula - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Laurel to Ponchatoula by taxi, bus, train, train (Amtrak), or car

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Taxi, bus, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Laurel to Hattiesburgtaxi
2. Take the bus from Hattiesburg to New Orleans Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Hammond Stationtrain
4h 59m
$138–200
Drive 141.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Laurel to Ponchatoulacar 141.6 mi
2h 46m
$26–38
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Laurel Station to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain Crescent
2. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Hammond Stationtrain City of New Orleans
6h 10m
$83–160

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Distance: 202.4 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Laurel, MS, USA and Ponchatoula, LA, USA?

You can take a train from Laurel Station to Ponchatoula via New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and Hammond Station in around 6h 10m.

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