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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Houston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 2 days, 3 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 838, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5755 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 4 421
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Houston, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Boston to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Houston start from R 5 229. The average price for this train route is around R 7 120. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Houston?
The average train journey time from Boston to Houston is 2d 10h, covering a distance of 2568 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Houston route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Houston?
The earliest train from Boston to Houston departs at 08:40. And the latest train departs at 08:55.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Houston, US was searched and found on 03 Feb 2026 with a price of R 5 996To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Houston, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 5 996 to R 20 712 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 7 707, which is on 2026-02-06.
