Train from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Houston to Philadelphia on January 27
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Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

99bus per day
1d 21hAverage Duration
1342 milesDistance
54kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$117 - $604Average Duration1d 21h
54kg CO₂e
Average Price$251 - $1,335Average Duration2d 2h
196kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?

    The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Philadelphia start from $251. The average price for this train route is around $288. 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 Philadelphia?

    The average train ride duration from Houston to Philadelphia is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 1336 miles (2155 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Houston to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

    The earliest train departs from Houston to Philadelphia at 12:10pm. And the latest train departs at 12:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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01/25
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01/27
$285
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $285

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $285 to $802 for a train ticket from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $285 which is on 2026-01-27.

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