How much is the train ticket from Washington to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Houston start at $246. The average price for this train route is around $367. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Washington to Houston?

The average train trip from Washington to Houston takes 2d and covers 1963 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Houston 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 Washington to Houston?

The earliest train from Washington to Houston departs at 6:30pm. The latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Train Washington to Houston from $287 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Washington to Houston on January 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:30pm	Union Station	2d	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
3:57pm	Union Station	1d 22h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
6:30pm	Union Station	2d	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
3:57pm	Union Station	1d 22h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Houston on January 31
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:30pm	Union Station	2d	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
3:57pm	Union Station	1d 22h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
6:30pm	Union Station	2d	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Houston on February 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:30pm	Union Station	2d	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
3:57pm	Union Station	1d 22h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
3:57pm	Union Station	1d 22h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
6:30pm	Union Station	2d	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:18 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $147, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

53bus per day

1d 16hAverage Duration

1955 kmDistance

49kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$147 - $882	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 49kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$246 - $1,686	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 179kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5750 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $246

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Houston, US 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 Washington to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Houston start at $246. The average price for this train route is around $367. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Washington to Houston?
The average train trip from Washington to Houston takes 2d and covers 1963 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Houston 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 Washington to Houston?
The earliest train from Washington to Houston departs at 6:30pm. The latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-24

$413

01-25

$482

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$467

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01-29

$287

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01-31

$370

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Houston, US was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $287

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

You can expect to pay from $287 to $1,486 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $287 which is on 2026-01-29.