Trains tickets from Durham (NC), US to New Orleans

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from $201
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from $238
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Trains leaving Monday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 9 at
    Departure city: Durham
    Departure location: Durham Station
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: Union Passenger Terminal
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 9 at
    Departure city: Durham
    Departure location: Durham Station
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: Union Passenger Terminal
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 9 at
    Departure city: Durham
    Departure location: Durham Station
    Arrival time: June 10 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 Durham to New Orleans.

Average Price$142 - $291Average Duration20h 55m
31kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$201 - $238Average Duration1d 3h
113kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Durham to New Orleans

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 20 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $142, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
20h 55mAverage Duration
$142Cheapest ticket
31kgCO₂ emissions

Train Durham to New Orleans: Trip Overview

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Average ticket price$201
Average train trip duration1d 3h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure7:01pm
Distance769 miles (1239 km)

Durham 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.

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06/11
$159
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Durham to New Orleans was searched and found on Jun 11, 2025 with a price of $159

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

You can expect to pay from $159 to $629 for a train ticket from Durham to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $159 which is on 2025-06-11.

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 Durham 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.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to New Orleans, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Durham 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.

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You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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!

What's the cheapest way to go from Durham to New Orleans?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Durham and New Orleans is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $201 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $201. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to New Orleans, choose the train, as it will take you from Durham to New Orleans in about 20h 55m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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