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Baltimore to New Orleans train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Baltimore to New Orleans. The fastest takes 29 hours 7 minutes; the first train leaves at 4:57 PM and the last at 5:05 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 29h 07m
- First train
- 4:57 PM
- Last train
- 5:05 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Baltimore Penn Station and arrives at New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:57 PM | 9:12 PM +1 day | 29h 15m | Daily from Dec 19 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 5:00 PM | 9:12 PM +1 day | 29h 12m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 5:05 PM | 9:12 PM +1 day | 29h 07m | Thu from Nov 26 | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Baltimore Where you get off in New Orleans The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Baltimore
Where the train stops in New Orleans
- New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal Map of New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal (Google Maps)
Return trip: New Orleans to Baltimore
Questions
How long is the train from Baltimore to New Orleans?
The fastest direct train takes 29 hours 7 minutes; the typical trip is 29 hours 12 minutes.
What time is the first train from Baltimore to New Orleans?
The earliest departure is at 4:57 PM (Daily) and the last at 5:05 PM (Thu).
Which rail companies go from Baltimore to New Orleans?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Baltimore?
Trains to New Orleans leave from Baltimore Penn Station.