How much does a train ticket from Wilmington to Houston cost?

The average train ticket price from Wilmington to Houston is $287. The best way to find train tickets from Wilmington to Houston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Wilmington to Houston?

A train trip between Wilmington and Houston is around 2d 3h, although the fastest train will take about 2d 3h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1313 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Wilmington and Houston?

The number of trains from Wilmington to Houston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Wilmington to Houston by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Wilmington to Houston?

When taking the train from Wilmington to Houston, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in Houston?

Once in Houston, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Downtown Houston, NASA Johnson Space Center, iFLY Indoor Skydiving, Houston Zoo, Discovery Green Parks.

Train Wilmington to Houston from $241 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Houston on November 27
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:02pm	Wilmington Station	2d 3h	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
11:33am	Wilmington Station	2d 2h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
4:02pm	Wilmington Station	2d 3h	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:33am	Wilmington Station	2d 2h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:33am	Wilmington Station	2d 2h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

52bus per day

1d 21hAverage Duration

1304 milesDistance

53kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$144 - $460	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 53kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$239 - $1,992	Average Duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 193kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,607 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5607 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $239

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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

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The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Houston, US was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $295

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Wilmington, DE to Houston, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $295 to $1,252 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $295 which is on 2025-11-27.