Trains tickets from Houston, US to Riverside (CA)

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Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Riverside

Average PriceUS$139 - US$465Average Duration1d 21h
53kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$249 - US$249Average Duration2d 1h
193kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Houston to Riverside

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Riverside. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 21hAverage Duration
US$139Cheapest ticket
53kgCO₂ emissions

Train Houston to Riverside: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$249
Average train trip duration2d 1h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure6:55pm
Distance2125 km

Houston to Riverside Train

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From train tickets to high-end trains trip from Houston to Riverside, we offer a wide range of train services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Houston - Riverside

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Houston to Riverside cost?

    The average train ticket price from Houston to Riverside is US$249. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Houston to Riverside 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!

  2. How long is the trip from Houston to Riverside?

    A train trip between Houston and Riverside is around 2d 1h, although the fastest train will take about 2d 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2131 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Houston and Riverside?

    The number of trains from Houston to Riverside 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 Houston to Riverside by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston to Riverside was searched and found on May 10, 2025 with a price of US$241

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

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Houston and Riverside is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Riverside.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Riverside you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Houston and Riverside 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 Houston to Riverside, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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Train from Riverside to Houston

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