How much is the train ticket from Houston to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Washington start at $334. The average price for this train route is around $444. 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 Washington?

The average train trip from Houston to Washington takes 2d and covers 1963 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Houston to Washington 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 Washington?

The earliest train from Houston to Washington departs at 12:10pm. The latest train departs at 12:10pm.

Train Houston to Washington from $512 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Houston to Washington on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	2d	1:47pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Houston to Washington on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	2d	1:47pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	2d	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:03 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $193, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

43bus per day

1d 16hAverage Duration

1942 kmDistance

49kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$193 - $856	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 49kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$334 - $1,594	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 179kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $334

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Washington, DC, 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 Houston to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Washington start at $334. The average price for this train route is around $444. 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 Washington?
The average train trip from Houston to Washington takes 2d and covers 1963 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Houston to Washington 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 Washington?
The earliest train from Houston to Washington departs at 12:10pm. The latest train departs at 12:10pm.

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

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The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $561

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

You can expect to pay from $561 to $1,740 for a train ticket from Houston, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $561 which is on 2025-12-16.