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Train Austin to Houston: Trip Overview

Train Austin to Houston: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$53
Average train trip duration16h 20m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure6:30 PM
Distance237 km
Latest train departure6:50 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change
Train companies

Train companies

US train company: Brightline

Austin to Houston Trains

Information about this train trip

Daily Trains1
Earliest and Latest Train Departures6:30PM - 6:50PM
Minimum PriceUS$43
Average Ticket PriceUS$53
Minimum Trip Duration16h20m
Average Train Trip Duration16h20m
Distance237 km
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Austin - Houston

The average train ticket price from Austin to Houston is US$53. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Austin to Houston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

A train trip between Austin and Houston is around 16h 20m, although the fastest train will take about 16h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 237 km that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Austin to Houston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Austin to Houston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the train from Austin to Houston, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04-27
US$42
04-28
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Today
US$42
04-30
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05-01
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05-02
US$43
05-03
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05-04
US$46
The cheapest trip from Austin to Houston was searched and found on Apr 27, 2024 with a price of US$42

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

You can expect to pay from US$42 to US$46 for a train ticket from Austin to Houston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$43 which is on 2024-05-02.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Austin to Houston is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Houston, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Austin and Houston compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Austin to Houston, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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