How much is the train ticket from Rochester to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Houston start from $338. The average price for this train route is around $369. 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 Rochester to Houston?

The average train ride duration from Rochester to Houston is 2d 13h, covering a distance of 1345 miles (2169 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Rochester 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 Rochester to Houston?

The earliest train departs from Rochester to Houston at 5:40am. And the latest train departs at 5:40am.

Train Rochester to Houston from $330 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Rochester to Houston on December 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:29pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1d 14h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
11:29pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1d 14h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:29pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1d 14h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 11:08 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 2 days, 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $204, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

2d 2hAverage Duration

1327 milesDistance

53kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$204 - $577	Average Duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 53kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$338 - $590	Average Duration2d 13h	CO₂ emissions 197kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5648 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 $338

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rochester, NY, US 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 Rochester to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Houston start from $338. The average price for this train route is around $369. 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 Rochester to Houston?
The average train ride duration from Rochester to Houston is 2d 13h, covering a distance of 1345 miles (2169 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Rochester 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 Rochester to Houston?
The earliest train departs from Rochester to Houston at 5:40am. And the latest train departs at 5:40am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$441

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$330

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$414

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$568

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The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $330

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

You can expect to pay from $330 to $2,319 for a train ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $330 which is on 2025-12-16.