The cheapest and fastest trains from Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
9 h 7 m
Average duration
9 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
578 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
Of the 1 trains that leave Memphis, TN for New Orleans, LA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 578 km distance in an average of 9 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
59 City Of New Orleans
59 City Of New OrleansTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £76.
Distance: 578 km
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£89 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest | £231 Average Price |
9h 37m Average total duration 9h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA train times
The table below shows live departures for Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA trains for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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59 City Of New Orleans | 12:40 Memphis Central Station, Memphis, TN | 9h07 | 21:47 Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA
Trains from Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 578 km distance in 9h 7m.
Distance 578 km |
Average train duration 9h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 7m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 22:40 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Memphis, TN and New Orleans, LA from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New Orleans, LA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Memphis, TN and New Orleans, LA
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station.
- Central BBQ
- Arcade Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1
- The Central Station Memphis, Curio Collection by Hilton
- Hotel Napoleon
- The Peabody Memphis
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform for Amtrak trains
- Bus: MATA Bus services available
- Trolley: Main Street Trolley
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, accessible 24/7.
- Cochon Restaurant
- Herbsaint
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Hyatt Regency New Orleans
- Le Pavillon Hotel
- Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Hall 3: bus and streetcar connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: Loyola-UPT Line
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