New York to New Orleans night train
Everything you need to plan the New York–New Orleans sleeper: operators, cabins, times, prices and rail-pass rules.
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Cabins & typical prices
Arriving in New Orleans: top-rated tours
Booked on Civitatis.
Why take this train
Passes through nine states from New York to Louisiana via Washington DC, Charlotte and Atlanta- One of Amtrak's most historic named trains, running in various forms since 1891
- On-time performance has been affected by host-railroad freight congestion; a 2024 DOJ lawsuit targeted dispatch priority on part of the route
- A long-term unfunded proposal would extend service toward Texas, but this is not yet operating
- Viewliner sleeper cars give every Roomette its own private toilet and sink
Rail passes & reservations
No Eurail/Interrail equivalent; a USA Rail Pass (Amtrak, coach only) covers the seat but not sleeper accommodation.
Before you use train or station Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi on a train or in a station is a network shared with other passengers. A VPN encrypts the connection between your device and the VPN server, one extra layer when you check email or log in to accounts on the road. NordVPN is one option.
See NordVPNFrequently asked questions
How long does the New York to New Orleans night train take?
The journey takes about 30h 47m.
How much does the New York–New Orleans sleeper cost?
Fares start from around €45 and rise with demand and cabin type. Booking early gets the lowest prices.
Is the New York to New Orleans train covered by Eurail or Interrail?
No — this operator does not accept Eurail or Interrail; buy a ticket directly.
What cabin types are available?
You can choose between seat, sleeper cabin and private cabin. A berth reservation is required.
Emeryville 
52h 14m
Amtrak
