LA → GA · about 474 miles
New Orleans to Gainesville train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from New Orleans to Gainesville. The fastest takes 14 hours 11 minutes; every train leaves at 9:10 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 14h 11m
- Leaves at
- 9:10 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and arrives at Gainesville Amtrak Station. 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 | 12:21 AM +1 day | 14h 11m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in New Orleans Where you get off in Gainesville 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 Gainesville
Return trip: Gainesville to New Orleans
Questions
How long is the train from New Orleans to Gainesville?
The fastest direct train takes 14 hours 11 minutes; the typical trip is 14 hours 11 minutes.
What time is the first train from New Orleans to Gainesville?
Every departure is at 9:10 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from New Orleans to Gainesville?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in New Orleans?
Trains to Gainesville leave from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal.