How much is the train ticket from Newark to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Houston start at $314. The average price for this train route is around $374. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Newark to Houston?

The average train trip from Newark to Houston takes 2d 4h and covers 2270 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Newark to Houston 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 Newark to Houston?

The earliest train from Newark to Houston departs at 1:02pm. The latest train departs at 2:20pm.

Train Newark to Houston from $302 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Newark to Houston on January 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:02am	Penn Station	2d 7h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
11:09am	Penn Station	2d 3h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
7:02am	Penn Station	2d 7h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:09am	Penn Station	2d 3h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:09am	Penn Station	2d 3h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Houston on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:20pm	Penn Station	2d 4h	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		2:20pm	Penn Station	2d 4h	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Houston on February 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:02am	Penn Station	2d 7h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
11:09am	Penn Station	2d 3h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
7:02am	Penn Station	2d 7h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:09am	Penn Station	2d 3h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:09am	Penn Station	2d 3h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Houston on February 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:20pm	Penn Station	2d 4h	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
11:09am	Penn Station	2d 3h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
2:20pm	Penn Station	2d 4h	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:09am	Penn Station	2d 3h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:09am	Penn Station	2d 3h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:25 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Newark 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, 18 hours, and with fares starting at just $175, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

1d 18hAverage Duration

2267 kmDistance

57kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$175 - $708	Average Duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 57kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$314 - $671	Average Duration2d 4h	CO₂ emissions 207kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

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 $314

Amtrak Newark Houston recent customer reviews

Fine. Conductors could be rude, passengers a little unruly, and transfers were not clear. But I got where I needed to go.

Jessica M.

March 10, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ 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 Newark to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Houston start at $314. The average price for this train route is around $374. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Newark to Houston?
The average train trip from Newark to Houston takes 2d 4h and covers 2270 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Houston 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 Newark to Houston?
The earliest train from Newark to Houston departs at 1:02pm. The latest train departs at 2:20pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-27

$619

01-28

$541

Today

$385

01-30

$583

01-31

$352

02-01

$504

02-02

No data

02-03

No data

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Houston, US was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $352

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

You can expect to pay from $352 to $1,791 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $352 which is on 2026-01-31.