How much is the train ticket from Washington to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Houston start from $176. The average price for this train route is around $261. 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 Washington to Houston?

The average train ride duration from Washington to Houston is 2d , covering a distance of 1217 miles (1963 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Washington 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 Washington to Houston?

The earliest train departs from Washington to Houston at 6:30pm. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Train Washington to Houston from $168 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Washington to Houston on January 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:57pm	Union Station	1d 22h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
10:59am	Union Station	2d 3h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
3:57pm	Union Station	1d 22h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Houston on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		3:57pm	Union Station	1d 22h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		3:57pm	Union Station	1d 22h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Houston on January 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:30pm	Union Station	2d	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
3:57pm	Union Station	1d 22h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
6:30pm	Union Station	2d	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
3:57pm	Union Station	1d 22h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Houston on January 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:39am	Union Station	2d 3h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
3:57pm	Union Station	1d 22h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
11:39am	Union Station	2d 3h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
3:57pm	Union Station	1d 22h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Houston on January 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:30pm	Union Station	2d	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
3:57pm	Union Station	1d 22h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
6:30pm	Union Station	2d	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
3:57pm	Union Station	1d 22h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 1:44 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington 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 1 day, 18 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

50bus per day

1d 18hAverage Duration

1230 milesDistance

50kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$105 - $643	Average Duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$176 - $487	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 179kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,724 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5724 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 $176

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Houston start from $176. The average price for this train route is around $261. 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 Washington to Houston?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Houston is 2d , covering a distance of 1217 miles (1963 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington 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 Washington to Houston?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Houston at 6:30pm. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/08

$263

01/09

$475

Today

$481

01/11

$431

01/12

$215

01/13

$316

01/14

$373

01/15

$350

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Houston, US was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $215

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

You can expect to pay from $215 to $1,725 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $215 which is on 2026-01-12.