The cheapest and fastest trains from New Orleans, LA to Jackson, MS
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
3 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Orleans, LA to Jackson, MS 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 Jackson, MS will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 1 trains that leave New Orleans, LA for Jackson, MS 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 261 km distance in an average of 3 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 43 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for New Orleans, LA to Jackson, MS
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA to Jackson, MS among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £227.
Distance: 261 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£37 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £556 Average Price |
4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 38m Average total duration 12h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New Orleans, LA to Jackson, MS train times
The table below shows live departures for New Orleans, LA to Jackson, MS trains for today, Wednesday 5 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
58 City Of New Orleans | 19:45 Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA | 3h43 | 23:28 Jackson Station, Jackson, MS | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Orleans, LA to Jackson, MS
Trains from New Orleans, LA to Jackson, MS run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:20, the last at 14:45. The fastest train covers the 261 km distance in 3h 43m.
Distance 261 km |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 09:20 |
Last train 14:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from New Orleans, LA to Jackson, MS trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New Orleans, LA and Jackson, MS from £23. 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 Jackson, MS train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Orleans, LA to Jackson, MS 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 Jackson, MS, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in New Orleans, LA and Jackson, MS
- 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
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Hilton Garden Inn Jackson Downtown
- The Westin Jackson
- Old Capitol Inn
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station includes an enclosed waiting area and serves as an intermodal transit hub.
- Bus: Jackson Transit System
- Taxi services available
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