How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Houston start from R 4 457. The average price for this train route is around R 5 557. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Houston?

The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Houston is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 1830 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Houston?

The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Houston departs at 23:59. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Train Pittsburgh to Houston from R 4 087 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Houston on 2 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:59	Union Station	1d 14h	13:45	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		23:59	Union Station	1d 14h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Houston on 3 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:59	Union Station	2d 12h	11:10	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
23:59	Union Station	1d 14h	13:45	Amtrak Station	Fastest
23:59	Union Station	1d 14h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
23:59	Union Station	2d 12h	11:10	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Houston on 4 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:59	Union Station	1d 14h	13:45	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		23:59	Union Station	1d 14h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Houston on 7 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:59	Union Station	1d 14h	13:45	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
23:59	Union Station	1d 14h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
23:59	Union Station	2d 12h	11:10	Amtrak Station	No tags
23:59	Union Station	2d 12h	11:10	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Houston on 8 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:59	Union Station	1d 14h	13:45	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		23:59	Union Station	1d 14h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 8:58 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Pittsburgh 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, 18 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 830, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

1d 18hAverage duration

1832 kmDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 830 - R 7 860	Average duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 457 - R 19 794	Average duration2d 12h	CO₂ emissions 167kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 754 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5754 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 4 199

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Houston start from R 4 457. The average price for this train route is around R 5 557. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Houston?
The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Houston is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 1830 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Houston?
The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Houston departs at 23:59. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

31/01

R 6 629

01/02

R 5 101

Today

R 4 652

03/02

R 4 552

04/02

R 5 101

05/02

R 5 051

06/02

R 4 386

07/02

R 7 775

The cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Houston, US was searched and found on 06 Feb 2026 with a price of R 4 386

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

You can expect to pay from R 4 386 to R 19 703 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 386, which is on 2026-02-06.