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How to get fromNew Orleans to Ship Islandby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from New Orleans to Ship Island by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, ferry

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    1. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Gulfport Amtrak Statrain train Amtrak Mardi Gras Service / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Gulfport to Ship Islandferry ferry Ferry Service to Ship Island
    3h 10m

  2. Bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Biloxi Transit Centerbus bus Greyhound US0602
    2. Take the ferry from Gulfport to Ship Islandferry ferry Ferry Service to Ship Island
    4h 55m

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  • Distance: 79 mi
  • Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between New Orleans, LA, USA and Ship Island, Harrison County, MS, USA?

There is no direct connection from New Orleans to Ship Island. However, you can take the train to Gulfport Amtrak Sta, walk to Gulfport, then take the ferry to Ship Island. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Ship Island via Biloxi Transit Center, Gulfport Transit Center, and Gulfport in around 4h 55m.

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