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Wilmington to New Orleans train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Wilmington to New Orleans. The fastest takes 30 hours 5 minutes; the first train leaves at 4:02 PM and the last at 4:07 PM.
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- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 30h 05m
- First train
- 4:02 PM
- Last train
- 4:07 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Wilmington 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:02 PM | 9:12 PM +1 day | 30h 10m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 4:07 PM | 9:12 PM +1 day | 30h 05m | Thu from Nov 26 | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Wilmington Where you get off in New Orleans The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Wilmington
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 Wilmington
Questions
How long is the train from Wilmington to New Orleans?
The fastest direct train takes 30 hours 5 minutes; the typical trip is 30 hours 10 minutes.
What time is the first train from Wilmington to New Orleans?
The earliest departure is at 4:02 PM (Daily) and the last at 4:07 PM (Thu).
Which rail companies go from Wilmington to New Orleans?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Wilmington?
Trains to New Orleans leave from Wilmington E Front St.