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Lynchburg to New Orleans train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Lynchburg to New Orleans. The fastest takes 23 hours 56 minutes; every train leaves at 10:16 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 23h 56m
- Leaves at
- 10:16 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Lynchburg 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:16 PM | 9:12 PM +1 day | 23h 56m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Lynchburg Where you get off in New Orleans The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Lynchburg
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 Lynchburg
Questions
How long is the train from Lynchburg to New Orleans?
The fastest direct train takes 23 hours 56 minutes; the typical trip is 23 hours 56 minutes.
What time is the first train from Lynchburg to New Orleans?
Every departure is at 10:16 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Lynchburg to New Orleans?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Lynchburg?
Trains to New Orleans leave from Lynchburg (Amtrak Station).