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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Amtrak Station | Birmingham Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Birmingham Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $130
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Birmingham, US by train
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How much is the train ticket from Houston to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Birmingham start at $130. The average price for this train route is around $147. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Houston to Birmingham?
The average train trip from Houston to Birmingham takes 1d 5h and covers 911 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Houston to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Houston to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Houston to Birmingham departs at 12:10pm. The latest train departs at 12:10pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Birmingham, US was searched and found on Jan 30, 2026 with a price of $124To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Houston, US to Birmingham, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $124 to $805 for a train ticket from Houston, US to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $124 which is on 2026-01-30.
What's the cheapest way to go from Houston, US to Birmingham, US?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Houston, US and Birmingham, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $147 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $130. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Birmingham, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Houston, US to Birmingham, US in about 21h —that's the fastest way to get there!
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