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Mattoon to New Orleans train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Mattoon to New Orleans. The fastest takes 16 hours 11 minutes; every train leaves at 11:36 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 16h 11m
- Leaves at
- 11:36 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Mattoon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:36 PM | 3:47 PM +1 day | 16h 11m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Mattoon Where you get off in New Orleans The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Mattoon
- Mattoon Amtrak Station Map of Mattoon Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
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 Mattoon
Questions
How long is the train from Mattoon to New Orleans?
The fastest direct train takes 16 hours 11 minutes.
What time is the first train from Mattoon to New Orleans?
Every departure is at 11:36 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Mattoon to New Orleans?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Mattoon?
Trains to New Orleans leave from Mattoon Amtrak Station.