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19/03/2025
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Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA by train

The journey from Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA by train is 117.87 mi and takes 4 hrs 25 mins. There are 1 connections per day, with the first departure at 17:15 and the last at 17:15. It is possible to travel from Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA by train for as little as £25.23 or as much as £40.59. The best price for this journey is £25.23.

Lowest Price £25.23
Journey Duration 4 hrs 25 mins
Connection per Day 1
Lowest Price £25.23
Highest Price £40.59
First Departure 17:15
Last Departure 17:15
Distance 117.87 mi
Departure Lafayette, LA
Arrival New Orleans, LA
Carriers Amtrak

Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA Train Times

Departure date
Wednesday, 19 Mar 2025

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Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £0.85 to £43.62 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 98% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA

The cheapest Lafayette, LA - New Orleans, LA train tickets can be found for as low as £80.63 if you’re lucky, or £133.87 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £191.34.

Find the best day to travel to New Orleans, LA by train

When travelling to New Orleans, LA by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
13.28kg
Bus
14.23kg
Flight
37.94kg
Car
30.35kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Lafayette, LA and New Orleans, LA are 13.28kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Lafayette, LA and New Orleans, LA? By taking the train between Lafayette, LA and New Orleans, LA you will save 24.66kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.95kg compared to a bus and 17.07kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA?
A train ticket from Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA is £29.07. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £25.23.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA is £25.23. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Lafayette, LA and New Orleans, LA by train?
Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA is 117.87 mi.
How long does the train between Lafayette, LA and New Orleans, LA take?
Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA is on average 4 hrs 25 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 25 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA?
Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA has 1 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA leave?
The earliest train from Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA departs at 17:15. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA depart?
The latest train from Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA departs at 17:15. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £25.23 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA?
There are on average 1 direct connection(s) from Lafayette, LA to go to New Orleans, LA.
What's the fastest journey time between Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Lafayette, LA and New Orleans, LA is 4 hrs 25 mins.
Is there a direct train from Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA?
Yes, there is a direct train between Lafayette, LA and New Orleans, LA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA by train?
The train journey from Lafayette, LA to New Orleans, LA creates 13.28kg of CO2 emissions.

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