How much does a train ticket cost from Chicago to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Houston start from £121. The average price for this train route is around £200. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Chicago to Houston?

The average train journey time from Chicago to Houston is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 940 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 23h 23m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Chicago to Houston route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Chicago to Houston departs at 13:52. And the latest train departs at 13:52.

Train Chicago to Houston from £135 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Chicago to Houston on 12 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 23m	13:15	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 23m	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	11:10	Amtrak Station	No tags
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	11:10	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Houston on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 23m	13:15	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 23m	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Houston on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 23m	13:15	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 23m	13:15	Amtrak Station	Fastest
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	11:10	Amtrak Station	No tags
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	11:10	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Houston on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 23m	13:15	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 23m	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Houston on 19 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 23m	13:15	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 23m	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	11:10	Amtrak Station	No tags
13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 21h	11:10	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 14:15 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago 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, 6 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

50bus per day

1d 6hAverage duration

940 milesDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£72 - £406	Average duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£121 - £675	Average duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 138kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 £121

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

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

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Chicago to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Houston start from £121. The average price for this train route is around £200. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Houston?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Houston is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 940 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 23h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Houston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Houston?
The earliest train from Chicago to Houston departs at 13:52. And the latest train departs at 13:52.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

£116

11/12

£219

Today

£293

13/12

£293

14/12

£419

15/12

£170

16/12

£135

17/12

£193

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Houston, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £116

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

You can expect to pay from £116 to £1,027 for a train ticket from Chicago to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £135, which is on 2025-12-16.