How much is the train ticket from San Jose to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Houston start from $373. The average price for this train route is around $373. 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 San Jose to Houston?

The average train ride duration from San Jose to Houston is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 1605 miles (2589 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 4h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Jose 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 San Jose to Houston?

The earliest train departs from San Jose to Houston at 10:26am. And the latest train departs at 10:26am.

Train San Jose to Houston from $363 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Jose to Houston on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:40am	Diridon Station	3d 4h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		6:40am	Diridon Station	3d 4h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:15 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Houston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 22 hours 44 minutes and with fares starting at just $373, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 22hAverage Duration

1605 milesDistance

236kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$154 - $615	Average Duration2d 8h	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$373 - $373	Average Duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 236kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,726 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5726 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 $377

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Jose, 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 San Jose to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Houston start from $373. The average price for this train route is around $373. 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 San Jose to Houston?
The average train ride duration from San Jose to Houston is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 1605 miles (2589 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Jose 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 San Jose to Houston?
The earliest train departs from San Jose to Houston at 10:26am. And the latest train departs at 10:26am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/09

$436

01/10

No data

Today

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01/12

$378

01/13

$398

01/14

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01/15

$363

01/16

$501

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Houston, US was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $363

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

You can expect to pay from $363 to $2,010 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $363 which is on 2026-01-15.