How much is the train ticket from Washington to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Houston start from PEN 795. The average price for this train route is around PEN 928. 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 Washington to Houston?

The average train ride duration from Washington to Houston is 2d , covering a distance of 1217 miles (1963 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Washington 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 Washington to Houston?

The earliest train departs from Washington to Houston at 6:30pm. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Train Washington to Houston from PEN 764 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Houston on April 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:30pm	Union Station	2d	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:30pm	Union Station	2d	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Houston on April 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:30pm	Union Station	2d	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:30pm	Union Station	2d	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:53 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington 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, 15 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 367, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

50bus per day

1d 15hAverage Duration

1219 milesDistance

49kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePEN 367 - PEN 1,506	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 49kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePEN 795 - PEN 1,641	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 179kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,789 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5789 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 PEN 795

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Houston start from PEN 795. The average price for this train route is around PEN 928. 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 Washington to Houston?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Houston is 2d , covering a distance of 1217 miles (1963 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington 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 Washington to Houston?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Houston at 6:30pm. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/22

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04/23

PEN 4,126

Today

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04/25

PEN 1,258

04/26

PEN 921

04/27

PEN 995

04/28

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04/29

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Houston, US was searched and found on Apr 26, 2026 with a price of PEN 921

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

You can expect to pay from PEN 921 to PEN 4,126 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 921 which is on 2026-04-26.