NJ → LA · about 1,161 miles
Newark to New Orleans train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Newark to New Orleans. The fastest takes 31 hours 52 minutes; every train leaves at 2:20 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 31h 52m
- Leaves at
- 2:20 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Newark 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:20 PM | 9:12 PM +1 day | 31h 52m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Newark Where you get off in New Orleans The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Newark
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 Newark
Questions
How long is the train from Newark to New Orleans?
The fastest direct train takes 31 hours 52 minutes; the typical trip is 31 hours 52 minutes.
What time is the first train from Newark to New Orleans?
Every departure is at 2:20 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Newark to New Orleans?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Newark?
Trains to New Orleans leave from Newark (Amtrak).