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The City of New Orleans is a long-distance passenger train operated by Amtrak in the Central United States between Chicago and New Orleans. The overnight train takes about 19 1 ⁄ 2 hours to complete its 934-mile (1,503 km) route, making major stops in Champaign–Urbana , Carbondale , Memphis , and Jackson as well as in other small towns.
Memphis. New Orleans. 19 hours Daily Departure. Your journey on the City of New Orleans takes you 900 miles through the heart of our nation's musical heritage — from Chicago with its world-class Chicago Symphony Orchestra and still vibrant electric blues scene, to Beale Street in Memphis.
The City of New Orleans Amtrak route travels between New Orleans and Chicago with a stop at Memphis, linking three of America's great music cities. Experience small Midwestern towns, the majestic Mississippi River and the Deep South on your journey.
To complement the luxurious Panama Limited the IC launched an all-new day train, the City of New Orleans in 1947. As its name implied, it reached the Gulf Coast and was marketed as a much cheaper alternative to its upscale counterpart.
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Get to know Amtrak's City of New Orleans train, which takes travelers through some of America’s best music cities in one journey.
The adventure: A rail industry convention in New Orleans in April 2023 provided an opportunity to ride a train I mostly knew about thanks to the country-folk song “City of New Orleans,” written and first recorded by Steve Goodman, then covered by Arlo Guthrie in 1972 and Willie Nelson in 1984.
The City of New Orleans Train is a historic and iconic train route that takes passengers on a scenic journey through the heart of America. Let’s explore the details of its and schedule, including the departure and arrival cities as well as the train schedule and frequency.
Experience the City of New Orleans by Train. Marvel in the architectural treasures of the French Quarter, and enjoy Cajun and creole cuisine on every corner.
Departing from Chicago in the evening, the City of New Orleans ventures south through Illinois's suburbs and rural scenes. The train stops in Memphis, TN, the birthplace of rock 'n' roll, and then proceeds into Mississippi, making stops in several stations, including Jackson.