How much does a train ticket from Chicago to Houston cost?

The average train ticket price from Chicago to Houston is $181. The best way to find train tickets from Chicago to Houston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Chicago to Houston?

A train trip between Chicago and Houston is around 1d 21h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 21h. This is the time it takes to travel the 939 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Chicago and Houston?

The number of trains from Chicago to Houston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Chicago to Houston by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Houston?

Once in Houston, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Downtown Houston, NASA Johnson Space Center, iFLY Indoor Skydiving, Houston Zoo, Discovery Green Parks.

Trains from Chicago to Houston, US | Amtrak

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from $268

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 9 at 1:52pm
Departure city: Chicago
Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
Arrival time: May 11 at 11:10am
Destination city: Houston
Destination location: Amtrak Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1d 21h
Departure time: May 9 at 1:52pm
Departure city: Chicago
Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
Arrival time: May 11 at 11:10am
Destination city: Houston
Destination location: Amtrak Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1d 21h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Houston.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$74 - $335	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$165 - $1,138	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 138kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Houston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

34bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

$74Cheapest ticket

38kgCO₂ emissions

Train Chicago to Houston: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$181

Average train trip duration1d 21h

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure1:52pm

Distance940 miles (1515 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,102 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5102 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 $165.00

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Chicago to Houston Train

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

Best price found

05/04

$616

05/05

$313

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05/08

$203

05/09

$268

05/10

$178

05/11

$268

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Houston was searched and found on May 10, 2025 with a price of $178

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

You can expect to pay from $178 to $789 for a train ticket from Chicago to Houston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $178 which is on 2025-05-10.

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Houston, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Chicago and Houston compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Chicago to Houston.

Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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Trains tickets from Chicago to Houston, US