IL → LA · about 835 miles
Chicago to New Orleans train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Chicago to New Orleans. The fastest takes 19 hours 42 minutes; every train leaves at 8:05 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 19h 42m
- Leaves at
- 8:05 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:05 PM | 3:47 PM +1 day | 19h 42m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in New Orleans The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
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 Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to New Orleans?
The fastest direct train takes 19 hours 42 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to New Orleans?
Every departure is at 8:05 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to New Orleans?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to New Orleans leave from Chicago Union Station.