Train from Houston, US to Birmingham, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Houston to Birmingham on December 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
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Amtrak Station
Birmingham StationCheapestFastest
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Amtrak Station
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Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:31 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Birmingham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 20 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day
20h 20mAverage Duration
563 milesDistance
23kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$99 - $458Average Duration20h 20m
23kg CO₂e
Average Price$94 - $771Average Duration1d 5h
83kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, US to Birmingham, US by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Houston to Birmingham?

    The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Birmingham start from $94. The average price for this train route is around $116. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Houston to Birmingham is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 565 miles (911 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Houston to Birmingham route?

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Houston to Birmingham?

    The earliest train departs from Houston to Birmingham at 12:10pm. And 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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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to Birmingham, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $101

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 Birmingham, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $101 to $582 for a train ticket from Houston, US to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $101 which is on 2025-12-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from Houston, US to Birmingham, US?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Houston, US and Birmingham, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $116 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $94. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Birmingham, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Houston, US to Birmingham, US in about 20h 20m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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