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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Houston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5650 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 £168
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Houston, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Philadelphia to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Houston start from £168. The average price for this train route is around £183. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Houston?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Houston is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1336 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Houston 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 Philadelphia to Houston?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Houston departs at 15:38. And the latest train departs at 15:38.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Houston, US was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £194To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Houston, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £194 to £1,487 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £260, which is on 2025-12-19.
