How much is the train ticket from Little Rock to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Little Rock to Houston start from $139. The average price for this train route is around $179. 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 Little Rock to Houston?

The average train ride duration from Little Rock to Houston is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 388 miles (626 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 11m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Little Rock 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 Little Rock to Houston?

The earliest train departs from Little Rock to Houston at 3:04am. And the latest train departs at 3:04am.

Train Little Rock to Houston from $104 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Little Rock to Houston on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		3:04am	Union Station	10h 11m	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		3:04am	Union Station	10h 11m	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Little Rock to Houston on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		3:04am	Union Station	10h 11m	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		3:04am	Union Station	10h 11m	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:23 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Little Rock to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 11 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just $180, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

11h 56mAverage Duration

381 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$180 - $222	Average Duration11h 56m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$139 - $283	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 57kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5648 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 $102

Amtrak Little Rock Houston recent customer reviews

Very smooth & relaxing trip.

Jonathan M.

November 7, 2024

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Little Rock 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 Little Rock to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Little Rock to Houston start from $139. The average price for this train route is around $179. 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 Little Rock to Houston?
The average train ride duration from Little Rock to Houston is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 388 miles (626 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 11m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Little Rock 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 Little Rock to Houston?
The earliest train departs from Little Rock to Houston at 3:04am. And the latest train departs at 3:04am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/13

$104

12/14

$97

Today

$112

12/16

$104

12/17

$104

12/18

No data

12/19

$104

12/20

No data

The cheapest trip from Little Rock to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $97

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

You can expect to pay from $97 to $857 for a train ticket from Little Rock to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $104 which is on 2025-12-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from Little Rock to Houston, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time11h 56m	Avg Price$211	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 8h	Avg Price$179	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Little Rock and Houston, 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 $179 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $139. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Houston, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Little Rock to Houston, US in about 11h 56m - that's the fastest way to get there!