New Amtrak Route Connects Mobile and New Orleans: A Game Changer for Mardi Gras Fans!
If you’re looking for an exciting way to explore the Gulf Coast, you’ll want to check out the new Amtrak Mardi Gras service that’s connecting Mobile, Alabama, to New Orleans, Louisiana. According to Mobile sources, this marks the first time in two decades that a passenger train has made this journey since Hurricane Katrina changed the landscape. With two daily departures, it’s never been easier to embark on an adventure filled with music, history, and culinary delights.
The Amtrak route takes passengers through picturesque views of marshlands and bustling cityscapes, with stops in Pascagoula, Biloxi, Gulfport, and Bay St. Louis before reaching the lively heart of New Orleans. Launched in August 2025, this service is already garnering attention from locals eager to experience train travel. Many have shared their excitement about the possibilities, with some visitors from New Orleans making the trip to Mobile for the first time in years, all thanks to this new line.
Mobile boasts a charming downtown area, perfect for a leisurely stroll along Dauphin Street where you can find delightful eateries and lively bars. Meanwhile, Biloxi attracts those seeking some casino fun, and Bay St. Louis offers a vibrant party scene. And of course, New Orleans is a treasure trove of experiences, from its stunning architecture to live music that spills onto every corner.
As the Mardi Gras season approaches each year, both Mobile and New Orleans come alive with parades and celebrations. Mobile is reputed to host the oldest Mardi Gras festivities in the U.S., with celebrations kicking off as early as November! With the new train service, revelers can now easily attend parades in both cities in a single day—imagine the fun of experiencing the colorful floats and lively atmosphere of Mardi Gras on both sides of the Gulf!
Cart Blackwell, curator at the Mobile Carnival Museum, expressed his enthusiasm for the new train service, saying it’s “wonderful” for the community and will bring more visitors to the area. As train-goers don their festive attire and head to New Orleans, it’s clear that this new Amtrak route is set to enhance the carnival experience for many.
So, whether you’re a Mardi Gras veteran or a first-time visitor, the Amtrak Mardi Gras service is your ticket to an unforgettable adventure along the Gulf Coast!
Originally reported by Mobile
