How to get to New Orleans, LA from New York, NY

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Compare train, coach and flight for New York, NY to New Orleans, LA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £172 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 8h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £172, while a train costs an average of £442.

Distance: 1880 km

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£442

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£385

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£172

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£197

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36h 10m

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35h 40m

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30m

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8h 22m

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6h 22m

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32h 50m

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32h 20m

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19h 20m

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0.6 - 1.7kg

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5.6 - 11.3kg

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1.9 - 4.7kg

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Compare ways to travel from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA

Compare the available ways to get from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA is a coach with an average price of £172.

This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA:

A coach is £214 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA costing on average £385.

A coach is £271 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA costing on average £442.

The fastest way to travel from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA is by flight with an average journey time of 8h 22m.

Other travel options to New Orleans, LA take longer:

Coach takes on average 32h 50m.

Train takes on average 36h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between New York, NY and New Orleans, LA including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £442 compared to roughly £197 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£244. The journey takes 35h 40m versus 19h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA

How to get to New Orleans, LA from New York, NY by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • American AirlinesAA1330 · AA2080
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  • American AirlinesAA1330 · AA2080
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  • JetBlue AirwaysB675
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  • Amtrak49 Lake Shore Limited · 59 City Of New Orleans
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  • Amtrak19 Crescent
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  • Greyhound ·
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  • Greyhound · · ·
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  • FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound · ·
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  • American AirlinesAA2730 · AA2080
    1 change
  • American AirlinesAA3159 · AA1455
    1 change
  • American AirlinesAA2800 · AA2080
    1 change

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FAQs: New York, NY to New Orleans, LA

Travel to New Orleans, LA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA.

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There are 3 options to travel between New York, NY and New Orleans, LA including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA is a coach with an average price of £172.

This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA:

A coach is £214 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA costing on average £385.

A coach is £271 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA costing on average £442.

The fastest way to travel from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA is by flight with an average journey time of 8h 22m.

Other travel options to New Orleans, LA take longer:

Coach takes on average 32h 50m.

Train takes on average 36h 10m.

The New York, NY to New Orleans, LA distance is approximately 1880 km.
The average frequency per day from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA is:
  • Around 68 flights per day.
  • Around 26 coaches per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between New York, NY and New Orleans, LA as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA:
  • Flights mostly depart from Newark Liberty International Airport and arrive in New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International.
  • Trains mostly depart from Penn Station, New York, NY and arrive in Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA.
  • Coaches mostly depart from New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. and arrive in New Orleans, LA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to New Orleans, LA by train.
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to New Orleans, LA by coach.
  • Travel with United, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, psa airlines, Republic Airlines, Sun Country Airlines to go to New Orleans, LA by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 4 direct flights per day with United, American Airlines, JetBlue Airways.
Omio customers who travel from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA often also extend their vacation to go to Chicago, IL, Orlando, FL, Houston, TX, Atlanta, GA, Miami, FL. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between New Orleans, LA and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from New York, NY to New Orleans, LA, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In New Orleans, LA, you can enjoy traditional jazz performances at the historic Preservation Hall or relax in Audubon Park, which features walking paths, a zoo, and a golf course. Experience the vibrant music scene on Frenchmen Street with live performances in numerous bars and clubs. Take a scenic cruise along the Mississippi River on the Steamboat Natchez, an authentic paddlewheel steamboat. Explore City Park with its botanical gardens, art museum, and outdoor activities. Visit the French Quarter for its nightlife and cultural heritage, stroll through the historic Jackson Square surrounded by landmarks, admire the St. Louis Cathedral, and tour the picturesque Garden District with its antebellum mansions. Don't miss the National WWII Museum for a detailed insight into the American experience in World War II.
A visit to New Orleans, LA, typically requires three to four days to fully enjoy its rich history, vibrant music scene, and renowned cuisine.

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