How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Houston start at $384. The average price for this train route is around $526. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Pittsburgh to Houston?

The average train trip from Pittsburgh to Houston takes 2d 12h and covers 1830 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Houston?

The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Houston departs at 11:59pm. The latest train departs at 11:59pm.

Train Pittsburgh to Houston from $393 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Houston on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:59pm	Union Station	1d 14h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		11:59pm	Union Station	1d 14h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Houston on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:59pm	Union Station	1d 14h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		11:59pm	Union Station	2d 12h	11:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Houston on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:59pm	Union Station	1d 14h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Houston on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:59pm	Union Station	1d 14h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		11:59pm	Union Station	1d 14h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 2:09 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Pittsburgh 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 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $222, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

1d 16hAverage Duration

1837 kmDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$222 - $652	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$384 - $2,234	Average Duration2d 12h	CO₂ emissions 167kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,624 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5624 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 $384

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Houston start at $384. The average price for this train route is around $526. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Pittsburgh to Houston?
The average train trip from Pittsburgh to Houston takes 2d 12h and covers 1830 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Houston?
The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Houston departs at 11:59pm. The latest train departs at 11:59pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-02

No data

12-03

$440

Today

$507

12-05

$508

12-06

$1,059

12-07

$1,204

12-08

$483

12-09

$393

The cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $393

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

You can expect to pay from $393 to $1,653 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $393 which is on 2025-12-09.