How much is the train ticket from Houston to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Philadelphia start at $353. The average price for this train route is around $405. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Houston to Philadelphia?

The average train trip from Houston to Philadelphia takes 2d 2h and covers 2155 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Houston to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Houston to Philadelphia?

The earliest train from Houston to Philadelphia departs at 12:10pm. The latest train departs at 12:10pm.

Train Houston to Philadelphia from $373 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Houston to Philadelphia on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:10pm	Amtrak Station	2d 3h	4:42pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
		12:10pm	Amtrak Station	2d 3h	4:42pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:07 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $164, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

99bus per day

1d 21hAverage Duration

2164 kmDistance

54kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$164 - $848	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 54kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$353 - $1,876	Average Duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 196kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $353

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Houston to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Philadelphia start at $353. The average price for this train route is around $405. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Houston to Philadelphia?
The average train trip from Houston to Philadelphia takes 2d 2h and covers 2155 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Houston to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Houston to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Houston to Philadelphia departs at 12:10pm. The latest train departs at 12:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$401

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The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $401

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $401 to $1,128 for a train ticket from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $401 which is on 2026-01-27.