The cheapest and fastest trains from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Penn Station, New York, NY
Cheapest price
$479
Average price
$567
Fastest journey
1 d 7 h 38 m
Average duration
1 d 20 h 31 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
1884 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Penn Station, New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Penn Station, New York, NY will cost around $567 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $479.
Of the 6 trains that leave Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA for Penn Station, New York, NY on Sat, Apr 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 04 the direct trains cover the 1884 km distance in an average of 1 d 20 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 7 h 38 m .
On Sat, Apr 04 the slowest trains will take 2 d 6 h 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
20 Crescent9:10 AM31h38Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA5:48 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$4791One-way0 transfers
20 Crescent · 80 Carolinian9:10 AM34h25Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA8:35 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$5411One-way1 transfer
58 City Of New Orleans · 48 Lake Shore Limited1:45 PM51h57Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA6:42 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$5681One-way1 transfer
58 City Of New Orleans · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 64 Maple Leaf1:45 PM54h31Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA9:16 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$5701One-way2 transfers
58 City Of New Orleans · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 64 Maple Leaf1:45 PM54h31Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA9:16 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$5921One-way2 transfers
20 Crescent9:10 AM31h38Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA5:48 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$4791One-way0 transfers
20 Crescent · 80 Carolinian9:10 AM34h25Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA8:35 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$5411One-way1 transfer
58 City Of New Orleans · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian1:45 PM50h05Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA4:50 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$6531One-way2 transfers
58 City Of New Orleans · 48 Lake Shore Limited1:45 PM51h57Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA6:42 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$5681One-way1 transfer
58 City Of New Orleans · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 64 Maple Leaf1:45 PM54h31Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA9:16 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$5701One-way2 transfers
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Penn Station, New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Penn Station, New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $79. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $79, and a train costs an average of $183.
Distance: 1170 miles (1884 km)
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32h 39m Average total duration 32h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29h 18m Average total duration 28h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Penn Station, New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Penn Station, New York, NY trains for today, Friday, April 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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20 Crescent · 80 Carolinian | 2:10 PM Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA | 34h25 | 12:35 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
20 Crescent | 2:10 PM Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA | 31h38 | 9:48 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
58 City Of New Orleans · 41 Floridian · 146 Northeast Regional | 6:45 PM Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA | 53h01 | 11:46 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
58 City Of New Orleans · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian | 6:45 PM Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA | 50h05 | 8:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
58 City Of New Orleans · 48 Lake Shore Limited | 6:45 PM Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA | 51h57 | 10:42 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer |
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Overview: Train from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Penn Station, New York, NY
Trains from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Penn Station, New York, NY run on average 7 times per day, taking around 32h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $183 (€149) but you can travel from only $79 (€64) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 15:10, the last at 19:45. The fastest train covers the 1170 miles (1884 km) distance in 30h 12m.
Distance 1170 miles (1884 km) |
Average train duration 32h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $183 (€149) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 30h 12m |
First train 3:10 PM |
Last train 7:45 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Penn Station, New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA and Penn Station, New York, NY from $79 (€64). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Penn Station, New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Penn Station, New York, NY by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Penn Station, New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Penn Station, New York, NY
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, accessible 24/7.
- Cochon Restaurant
- Herbsaint
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Hyatt Regency New Orleans
- Le Pavillon Hotel
- Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Hall 3: bus and streetcar connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: Loyola-UPT Line
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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