How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Houston start from $226. The average price for this train route is around $243. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Houston?

The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Houston is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1336 miles (2155 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Houston route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Houston?

The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Houston at 3:38pm. And the latest train departs at 3:38pm.

Train Philadelphia to Houston from $217 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Houston on April 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:41pm	30th Street Station	2d 2h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
3:38pm	30th Street Station	2d 3h	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
12:41pm	30th Street Station	2d 2h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
12:41pm	30th Street Station	2d 2h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Houston on April 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:38pm	30th Street Station	2d 3h	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
12:41pm	30th Street Station	2d 2h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
3:38pm	30th Street Station	2d 3h	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Houston on April 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		3:38pm	30th Street Station	2d 3h	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		3:38pm	30th Street Station	2d 3h	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:46 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia 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, 19 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

78bus per day

1d 19hAverage Duration

1337 milesDistance

54kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$103 - $441	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 54kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$226 - $400	Average Duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 196kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,787 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5787 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $226

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Houston start from $226. The average price for this train route is around $243. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Houston?
The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Houston is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1336 miles (2155 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Houston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Houston?
The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Houston at 3:38pm. And the latest train departs at 3:38pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/12

$344

04/13

$502

Today

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04/16

$485

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04/18

$310

04/19

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Houston, US was searched and found on Apr 18, 2026 with a price of $310

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

You can expect to pay from $310 to $1,326 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $310 which is on 2026-04-18.