AZ → LA · about 1,242 miles

Tucson to New Orleans train schedule

Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Tucson to New Orleans. The fastest takes 34 hours 47 minutes; the first train leaves at 7:53 AM and the last at 8:53 AM.

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Trains a week
3
Fastest trip
34h 47m
First train
7:53 AM
Last train
8:53 AM

Timetable

Every train leaves from Tucson 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.

Direct trains from Tucson, AZ to New Orleans, LA
DepartsArrivesDurationDaysRail company
7:53 AM New9:40 PM +1 day35h 47mWed, Fri, SunAmtrak
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8:53 AM9:40 PM +1 day34h 47mWed, Fri, SunAmtrak
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Where to board in Tucson Where you get off in New Orleans The route of the busiest trip

Where to catch the train in Tucson

Where the train stops in New Orleans

Return trip: New Orleans to Tucson

Questions

How long is the train from Tucson to New Orleans?

The fastest direct train takes 34 hours 47 minutes.

What time is the first train from Tucson to New Orleans?

The earliest departure is at 7:53 AM (Wed, Fri, Sun) and the last at 8:53 AM (Wed, Fri, Sun).

Which rail companies go from Tucson to New Orleans?

Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.

Where do I catch the train in Tucson?

Trains to New Orleans leave from Tucson Amtrak Station.