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Champaign to New Orleans train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Champaign to New Orleans. The fastest takes 16 hours 52 minutes; every train leaves at 10:55 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 16h 52m
- Leaves at
- 10:55 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Champaign-Urbana 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:55 PM | 3:47 PM +1 day | 16h 52m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Champaign Where you get off in New Orleans The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Champaign
- Champaign-Urbana Map of Champaign-Urbana (Google Maps)
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 Champaign
Questions
How long is the train from Champaign to New Orleans?
The fastest direct train takes 16 hours 52 minutes.
What time is the first train from Champaign to New Orleans?
Every departure is at 10:55 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Champaign to New Orleans?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Champaign?
Trains to New Orleans leave from Champaign-Urbana.