Train from Los Angeles, US to Houston, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Houston on 27 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Union Station
Amtrak StationCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
Amtrak StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:14 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Houston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just €144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 11hAverage duration
2206 kmDistance
201kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€87 - €581Average duration1d 18h
56kg CO₂e
Average price€144 - €376Average duration1d 11h
201kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, 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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Houston start from €144. The average price for this train route is around €151. 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 Los Angeles to Houston?

    The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Houston is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 2206 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Houston 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 Los Angeles to Houston?

    The earliest train from Los Angeles to Houston departs at 16:26. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
24/01
€355
25/01
€201
Today
€355
27/01
€374
28/01
€169
29/01
€342
30/01
€138
31/01
€285
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Houston, US was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of €138

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

You can expect to pay from €138 to €1,531 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €138, which is on 2026-01-30.

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