GA → LA · about 474 miles
Gainesville to New Orleans train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Gainesville to New Orleans. The fastest takes 14 hours 44 minutes; every train leaves at 7:28 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 14h 44m
- Leaves at
- 7:28 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Gainesville 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:28 AM | 9:12 PM | 14h 44m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Gainesville Where you get off in New Orleans The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Gainesville
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 Gainesville
Questions
How long is the train from Gainesville to New Orleans?
The fastest direct train takes 14 hours 44 minutes; the typical trip is 14 hours 44 minutes.
What time is the first train from Gainesville to New Orleans?
Every departure is at 7:28 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Gainesville to New Orleans?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Gainesville?
Trains to New Orleans leave from Gainesville Amtrak Station.