The cheapest and fastest trains from New Orleans, LA to Houston, TX
Cheapest price
£239
Average price
£735
Fastest journey
9 h 18 m
Average duration
1 d 18 h 42 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
510 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Orleans, LA to Houston, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New Orleans, LA to Houston, TX will cost around £735 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £239.
Of the 2 trains that leave New Orleans, LA for Houston, TX 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 510 km distance in an average of 1 d 18 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 d 4 h 5 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.
1 Sunset Limited
20 Crescent · 40 Floridian · 21 Texas Eagle · 6021 AMTRAK
1 Sunset Limited
20 Crescent · 40 Floridian · 21 Texas Eagle · 6021 AMTRAKTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for New Orleans, LA to Houston, TX
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA to Houston, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 510 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£599 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest | £123 Average Price |
13h 25m Average total duration 12h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
New Orleans, LA to Houston, TX train times
The table below shows live departures for New Orleans, LA to Houston, TX trains for today, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
20 Crescent · 40 Floridian · 21 Texas Eagle · 6021 AMTRAK | 15:10 Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA | 76h05 | 19:15 Houston Station, Houston, TX | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Orleans, LA to Houston, TX
Trains from New Orleans, LA to Houston, TX run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:00, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 510 km distance in 9h 18m.
Distance 510 km |
Average train duration 12h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 18m |
First train 09:00 |
Last train 19:22 |
Train companies: Amtrak from New Orleans, LA to Houston, TX trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New Orleans, LA and Houston, TX from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: New Orleans, LA to Houston, TX train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Orleans, LA to Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in New Orleans, LA and Houston, TX
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station.
- Irma's Southwest Grill
- The Moonshiners Southern Table + Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Lancaster Hotel
- Hotel ICON
- Magnolia Hotel Houston
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for Amtrak services
- Waiting area and ticket office located in the main hall.
- Bus: Several lines available
- METRORail: Red Line
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