Train from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Houston to Philadelphia on 25 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Amtrak Station
30th Street StationCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Amtrak Station
30th Street StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just €102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

99bus per day
1d 21hAverage duration
2164 kmDistance
54kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€102 - €527Average duration1d 21h
54kg CO₂e
Average price€219 - €1,165Average duration2d 2h
196kg CO₂e

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

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

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Philadelphia start from €219. The average price for this train route is around €252. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Houston to Philadelphia?

    The average train journey time from Houston to Philadelphia is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 2155 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Houston to Philadelphia route?

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Houston to Philadelphia?

    The earliest train from Houston to Philadelphia departs at 12:10. And the latest train departs at 12:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €211

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

You can expect to pay from €211 to €858 for a train ticket from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €211, which is on 2026-01-27.

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