LA → AL · about 312 miles
New Orleans to Birmingham train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from New Orleans to Birmingham. The fastest takes 8 hours 5 minutes; every train leaves at 9:10 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 8h 05m
- Leaves at
- 9:10 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and arrives at Birmingham. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:10 AM | 5:15 PM | 8h 05m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in New Orleans Where you get off in Birmingham The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in New Orleans
- New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal Map of New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Birmingham
Return trip: Birmingham to New Orleans
Questions
How long is the train from New Orleans to Birmingham?
The fastest direct train takes 8 hours 5 minutes; the typical trip is 8 hours 5 minutes.
What time is the first train from New Orleans to Birmingham?
Every departure is at 9:10 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from New Orleans to Birmingham?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in New Orleans?
Trains to Birmingham leave from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal.