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Effingham to New Orleans train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Effingham to New Orleans. The fastest takes 15 hours 46 minutes; every train leaves at 12:01 AM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 15h 46m
- Leaves at
- 12:01 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Effingham 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:01 AM | 3:47 PM | 15h 46m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Effingham Where you get off in New Orleans The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Effingham
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 Effingham
Questions
How long is the train from Effingham to New Orleans?
The fastest direct train takes 15 hours 46 minutes.
What time is the first train from Effingham to New Orleans?
Every departure is at 12:01 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Effingham to New Orleans?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Effingham?
Trains to New Orleans leave from Effingham Amtrak Station.