AL → LA · about 269 miles
Tuscaloosa to New Orleans train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans. The fastest takes 7 hours 10 minutes; every train leaves at 2:02 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 7h 10m
- Leaves at
- 2:02 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Tuscaloosa 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.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:02 PM | 9:12 PM | 7h 10m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Tuscaloosa Where you get off in New Orleans The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Tuscaloosa
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 Tuscaloosa
Questions
How long is the train from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?
The fastest direct train takes 7 hours 10 minutes; the typical trip is 7 hours 10 minutes.
What time is the first train from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?
Every departure is at 2:02 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Tuscaloosa?
Trains to New Orleans leave from Tuscaloosa Amtrak Station.