Amtrak's Mardi Gras Service offers a scenic journey along the Gulf Coast.
Amtrak is set to resume its passenger rail service between New Orleans and Mobile, Alabama, starting August 18, 2025. Known as the Mardi Gras Service, the route will operate twice daily and cover a scenic 145-mile stretch along the Gulf Coast. With stops in Pascagoula, Biloxi, Gulfport, and Bay St. Louis, the journey will take approximately 3 hours and 43 minutes. Tickets are already available, with prices starting at $15 for adults. This service aims to enhance travel options and boost local tourism.
Amtrak is reopening its passenger rail service between New Orleans, Louisiana, and Mobile, Alabama, on August 18, 2025, after nearly two decades of hiatus. Dubbed Mardi Gras Service, this new route will operate twice daily in each direction, covering a 145-mile stretch along the scenic Gulf Coast and connecting various key destinations.
The Mardi Gras Service will feature several stops including Pascagoula, Biloxi, Gulfport, and Bay St. Louis, before reaching New Orleans. The entire journey will take approximately 3 hours and 43 minutes, offering customers a stress-free transportation option.
Travelers can choose between Coach and Business Class accommodations, with both options designed for comfort. Onboard amenities will include wide reclining seats with generous legroom, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a café service featuring locally sourced food items.
Tickets for the Mardi Gras Service are now available for purchase on Amtrak’s official website. Adult coach fares start as low as $15 for one-way trips. Additionally, various discounts are offered for children, students, seniors, veterans, military personnel, and for group bookings, making this service accessible to a broad audience.
Passengers traveling to and from New Orleans will also have the chance to connect with other Amtrak services departing from the city. This feature highlights the service’s goal of enhancing travel options within the region.
To commemorate the return of rail service, Amtrak plans to host an inaugural train event on August 16, 2025, just two days prior to the official start of service. Guests and stakeholders can anticipate a celebratory atmosphere reflecting the service’s importance to the region.
Travelers who utilize the Mardi Gras Service before November 18, 2025, can earn triple points through the Amtrak Guest Rewards program. This initiative encourages passengers to experience the convenience of rail travel and rewards their loyalty.
The reopening of the passenger rail route symbolizes a significant step in revitalizing public transportation options in the Gulf Coast area. Local officials and transportation leaders have expressed optimism about the impact of the Mardi Gras Service on tourism and the overall economic landscape in the region. The service aims to provide a sustainable and relaxing alternative to flying or driving, appealing to both tourists and local residents alike.
As the launch date approaches, anticipation is building among potential travelers and community members who look forward to reconnecting through rail travel along this picturesque route.
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