Trains tickets from Detroit (MI) to New Orleans

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: Union Passenger Terminal
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: Union Passenger Terminal
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: Union Passenger Terminal
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: Union Passenger Terminal
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: Union Passenger Terminal
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to New Orleans.

Average Price$75 - $593Average Duration1d 11h
38kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$172 - $349Average Duration1d 10h
138kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Detroit to New Orleans

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
1d 11hAverage Duration
$75Cheapest ticket
38kgCO₂ emissions

Train Detroit to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$234
Average train trip duration1d 10h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure6:26am
Distance940 miles (1516 km)
Latest train departure9:35am

Detroit to New Orleans Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04/23
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04/24
$165
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04/26
$235
04/27
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04/28
$242
04/29
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04/30
$161
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit to New Orleans was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of $161

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Detroit to New Orleans, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $161 to $679 for a train ticket from Detroit to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $161 which is on 2025-04-30.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Detroit to New Orleans is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to New Orleans, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Detroit and New Orleans compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Detroit to New Orleans.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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