Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Alton Station | Amtrak Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Alton Station | Amtrak Station | No tags |
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Get from Alton to Houston
The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours 2 minutes, and with fares starting at just £217, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5749 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 £114
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Alton, US 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 Alton to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Alton to Houston start from £217. The average price for this train route is around £217. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Alton to Houston?
The average train journey time from Alton to Houston is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 697 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 19h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Alton 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 Alton to Houston?
The earliest train from Alton to Houston departs at 18:08. And the latest train departs at 18:08.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Alton, US to Houston, US was searched and found on 20 Jan 2026 with a price of £120To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Alton, US to Houston, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £120 to £432 for a train ticket from Alton, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £120, which is on 2026-01-27.
