Mardi Gras Service serves the route from Amtrak Mobile to New Orleans. Two trains run daily in each direction, covering 145 miles through the Mississippi Gulf Coast in exactly 3 hours and 43 minutes. Train 23 departs Mobile at 6:30 a.m., and Train 25 departs at 4:30 p.m., both arriving in New Orleans 3 hours and 43 minutes later. Coach fares start from around $20, with Business Class also available from $50. Additionally, children, active military personnel, seniors, students, and people traveling in groups can get exclusive discounts, reducing the overall price of their tickets.
Mobile to New Orleans on Amtrak
Currently, only one train line operates from Amtrak Mobile to New Orleans, i.e., Mardi Gras Service. It began on 18 August 2025; the service on this route restarted after 20 years of suspension of the Sunset Limited train in late October 2005.
- Train Lines: Amtrak Mardi Gras Service (Trains 23, 24, 25, 26)
- Duration: 3 hours 43 minutes
- Distance: Approximately 145 miles (233 km)
- Frequency: Twice daily in each direction
- Departure Station: Amtrak Mobile Station (MOE), 101 South Water Street, Mobile, AL 36602
- Arrival Station: Amtrak New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal (NOL), 1001 Loyola Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70113
Amtrak Mobile to New Orleans Schedule and Prices
The Mardi Gras Service provides two departures each day in each direction, a morning service and an afternoon or evening service.
Westbound Journey Schedule
| Amtrak Train | Departure (Mobile) | Arrival (New Orleans) | Days of Operation | Duration | Coach | Business Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Mardi Gras Service | 6:30 a.m. CT | 10:13 a.m. CT | Daily Service | 3 hours 43 minutes | From $20 | From $50 |
| 25 Mardi Gras Service | 4:30 p.m. CT | 8:13 p.m. CT | Daily Service | 3 hours 43 minutes | From $20 | From $50 |
Intermediate Stops: Train 23 and 25
| Station | Train 23 | Train 25 |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile (MOE) | Departs 6:30 a.m. | Departs 4:30 p.m. |
| Pascagoula (PAG) | 7:13 a.m. | 5:13 p.m. |
| Biloxi (BIX) | 7:48 a.m. | 5:48 p.m. |
| Gulfport (GUF) | 8:11 a.m. | 6:11 p.m. |
| Bay Saint Louis (BAS) | 8:42 a.m. | 6:42 p.m. |
| New Orleans | Arrives 10:13 a.m. | Arrives 8:13 p.m. |
Eastbound Journey Schedule
| Amtrak Train | Departure (Mobile) | Arrival (New Orleans) | Days of Operation | Duration | Coach | Business Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Mardi Gras Service | 7:35 a.m. CT | 11:18 a.m. CT | Daily Service | 3 hours 43 minutes | From $20 | From $50 |
| 26 Mardi Gras Service | 5:31 p.m. CT | 9:14 p.m. CT | Daily Service | 3 hours 43 minutes | From $20 | From $50 |
Intermediate Stops: Train 24 and 26
| Station | Train 24 | Train 26 |
|---|---|---|
| New Orleans (NOL) | Departs 7:35 a.m. | Departs 5:31 p.m. |
| Bay Saint Louis (BAS) | 8:59 a.m. | 7:00 p.m. |
| Gulfport (GUF) | 9:31 a.m. | 7:32 p.m. |
| Biloxi (BIX) | 9:55 a.m. | 7:56 p.m. |
| Pascagoula (PAG) | 10:29 a.m. | 8:28 p.m. |
| Mobile (MOE) | Arrives 11:18 a.m. | Arrives 9:14 p.m. |
Passenger Cabins on the Amtrak Mobile to New Orleans Route
The Mardi Gras Service operates a single train type with two seating classes. There are no sleeping car accommodations on this route.
Amtrak Coach Class
Standard reserved seating with reclining backs, tray tables, reading lights, and power outlets on every seat. Cafe car service and wifi are available onboard, accessible to all passengers.
Amtrak Business Class: Upgraded reserved seating with additional legroom and priority boarding for traveling between Mobile and New Orleans. Passengers with infants can carry car seats and keep them at vacant seats, if it’s not required by any paying person.
Baggage, Pets, and Accessibility
Amtrak’s Baggage Policy: Coach and Business Class passengers may bring carry-on items that fit in the overhead racks onboard. Checked baggage service is not offered on this route.
Pets: Small dogs and cats are permitted onboard in approved pet carriers under Amtrak’s pet policy, subject to size and weight limits of 20 pounds and a separate pet fare.
Accessibility: All stations on the route and all cars on the train are wheelchair accessible, with no barriers between station platforms and train cars.
Onboard Amenities: Each train includes a cafe car service with food and beverages for purchase, along with complimentary Amtrak Wifi.
For traveling from Amtrak Mobile to New Orleans, passengers should book their tickets at least 2 to 3 weeks in advance, as seats are limited and fill up quickly. Moreover, those who travel frequently can also use their Amtrak guest rewards to pay for their tickets fully or partially.
FAQs
Both daily services complete the journey in exactly 3 hours and 43 minutes. Train 23 departs Mobile at 6:30 a.m. and arrives in New Orleans at 10:13 a.m. Train 25 departs at 4:30 p.m. and arrives at 8:13 p.m.
Two trains run daily in each direction, a morning and an afternoon or evening service. Train 23 and Train 25 run westbound (Mobile to New Orleans); Train 24 and Train 26 run eastbound (New Orleans to Mobile).
Coach fares start from approximately $20 on advance bookings. Business Class starts from approximately $50. Both increase closer to departure and on high-demand weekends.
Trains depart from and arrive at the Amtrak Mobile Station at 101 South Water Street, Mobile, AL 36602.
Trains use the New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal at 1001 Loyola Avenue, which also serves the City of New Orleans, Crescent, and Sunset Limited lines.
All trains in both directions stop at Pascagoula, Biloxi, Gulfport, and Bay Saint Louis between Mobile and New Orleans. These four stops are served by new purpose-built stations constructed specifically for the service.
No, the Mardi Gras Service operates as a daytime corridor train with Coach and Business Class seating only; no overnight or sleeping accommodations are offered.
Yes, Train 23 departs Mobile at 6:30 a.m. and arrives in New Orleans at 10:13 a.m. Train 26 departs New Orleans at 5:31 p.m. and arrives back in Mobile at 9:14 p.m.
