Mississippi has more than 10 Amtrak stations, with rail service in larger cities like Jackson, Gulfport, Biloxi, and Hattiesburg, plus stops in smaller towns. Trains provide connections to New Orleans, Chicago, Atlanta, Washington, D.C., and even New York City, making train travel an easy option for both local residents and long-distance travelers. Explore the Mississippi Amtrak stations and routes below to learn more.

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Mississippi Amtrak Stations

StationRoute
Bay Saint Louis, MS (BAS)Mardi Gras
Biloxi, MS (BIX)Mardi Gras
Brookhaven, MS (BRH)City of New Orleans
Greenwood, MS (GWD)City of New Orleans
Gulfport, MS (GUF)Mardi Gras
Hattiesburg, MS (HBG)Crescent
Hazlehurst, MS (HAZ)City of New Orleans
Jackson, MS (JAN)City of New Orleans
Laurel, MS (LAU)Crescent
McComb, MS (MCB)City of New Orleans
Meridian, MS – Union Station (MEI)Crescent
Pascagoula, MS (PAG)Mardi Gras
Picayune, MS (PIC)Crescent
Yazoo City, MS (YAZ)City of New Orleans

Mississippi Amtrak Routes

Mississippi has two long-distance Amtrak routes (City of New Orleans, Crescent) and one regional route (Mardi Gras). Click the links below to view route guides.

FAQ

Does Amtrak go to Jackson, Mississippi?

Yes. Jackson Union Station is one of the busiest Amtrak stations in Mississippi and is a stop on the City of New Orleans route.

Where is the Jackson, MS Amtrak station?

The Jackson, MS Amtrak station is at 300 W Capitol Street, about four blocks from the Governor’s Mansion. The Mississippi State Capitol and Mississippi Museum of Art are about a 15-minute walk away from the station.

Can you travel from Mississippi to New Orleans by train?

Yes. All Amtrak stations in Mississippi have trains that travel to the New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal.

Is checked baggage available at Mississippi Amtrak stations?

Checked baggage is currently available at the Jackson Station, but smaller stations typically don’t have this service. You can check the amenities at your starting station on Amtrak.com (click the station links above).

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Last updated November 2025