Previously seen journeys
| 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 | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Birmingham Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Birmingham Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Birmingham Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Birmingham Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 1 505, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 505
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Birmingham, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Houston to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Birmingham start from R 1 505. The average price for this train route is around R 1 706. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Houston to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Houston to Birmingham is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 911 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Houston to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators run on 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 12:10. And the latest train departs at 12:10.
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 30 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 435To 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 R 1 435 to R 9 384 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 R 1 435, 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 R 1 706 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 505. 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!
