Train from Houston, US to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Houston to Washington on 30 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Amtrak Station
Union StationCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Amtrak Station
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

41bus per day
1d 16hAverage duration
1230 milesDistance
50kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£90 - £376Average duration1d 16h
50kg CO₂e
Average price£168 - £339Average duration2d
179kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Washington, DC, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Houston to Washington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Washington start from £168. The average price for this train route is around £212. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Houston to Washington?

    The average train journey time from Houston to Washington is 2d , covering a distance of 1217 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Houston to Washington route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Houston to Washington?

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

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£843
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£397
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £397

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 £397 to £843 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 £397, which is on 2025-11-30.

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