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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Union Passenger Terminal | Amtrak Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Union Passenger Terminal | Amtrak Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Houston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 6 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 693, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 922
Amtrak New Orleans Houston recent customer reviews
Everything was clean and we'll organized. We even arrived early!
Charles C.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Houston, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from New Orleans to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Houston start from R 922. The average price for this train route is around R 922. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from New Orleans to Houston?
The average train journey time from New Orleans to Houston is 9h 18m, covering a distance of 511 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Houston?
The earliest train from New Orleans to Houston departs at 09:00. And the latest train departs at 09:00.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Houston, US was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 872To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New Orleans to Houston, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 872 to R 25 314 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 872, which is on 2026-01-28.
