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New Orleans to Lynchburg train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from New Orleans to Lynchburg. The fastest takes 23 hours 27 minutes; every train leaves at 9:10 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 23h 27m
- Leaves at
- 9:10 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and arrives at Lynchburg. 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 | 9:37 AM +1 day | 23h 27m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in New Orleans Where you get off in Lynchburg 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 Lynchburg
Return trip: Lynchburg to New Orleans
Questions
How long is the train from New Orleans to Lynchburg?
The fastest direct train takes 23 hours 27 minutes; the typical trip is 23 hours 27 minutes.
What time is the first train from New Orleans to Lynchburg?
Every departure is at 9:10 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from New Orleans to Lynchburg?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in New Orleans?
Trains to Lynchburg leave from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal.