NC → LA · about 648 miles
Charlotte to New Orleans train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Charlotte to New Orleans. The fastest takes 19 hours 17 minutes; every train leaves at 2:55 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 19h 17m
- Leaves at
- 2:55 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Charlotte Amtrak 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:55 AM | 9:12 PM | 19h 17m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Charlotte Where you get off in New Orleans The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Charlotte
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 Charlotte
Questions
How long is the train from Charlotte to New Orleans?
The fastest direct train takes 19 hours 17 minutes; the typical trip is 19 hours 17 minutes.
What time is the first train from Charlotte to New Orleans?
Every departure is at 2:55 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Charlotte to New Orleans?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Charlotte?
Trains to New Orleans leave from Charlotte Amtrak Station.