Train from New York City to Houston, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from New York City to Houston on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
Amtrak StationCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
Amtrak StationNo tags
Amtrak
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
Amtrak StationNo tags
Amtrak
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
Amtrak StationNo tags
Amtrak
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
Amtrak StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City 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, 23 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 974, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

150bus per day
1d 23hAverage duration
2263 kmDistance
57kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 974 - R 11 901Average duration1d 23h
57kg CO₂e
Average priceR 3 798 - R 8 004Average duration2d 5h
208kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from New York City to Houston?

    The cheapest train tickets from New York City to Houston start from R 3 798. The average price for this train route is around R 4 138. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from New York City to Houston?

    The average train journey time from New York City to Houston is 2d 5h, covering a distance of 2284 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the New York City 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 New York City to Houston?

    The earliest train from New York City to Houston departs at 14:00. And the latest train departs at 14:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/12
R 10 256
10/12
R 9 287
Today
R 7 177
12/12
R 11 933
13/12
R 7 385
14/12
R 9 875
15/12
R 5 932
16/12
R 8 665
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Houston, US was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 5 932

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

You can expect to pay from R 5 932 to R 42 319 for a train ticket from New York City to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 932, which is on 2025-12-15.

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