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

The cheapest train tickets from Atlanta to Houston start from £80. The average price for this train route is around £86. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Atlanta to Houston?

The average train journey time from Atlanta to Houston is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 701 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Houston?

The earliest train from Atlanta to Houston departs at 09:08. And the latest train departs at 09:08.

Train Atlanta to Houston from £77 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Atlanta to Houston on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:29	Peachtree Station	2d 14h	13:15	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		23:29	Peachtree Station	2d 14h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Houston on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:29	Peachtree Station	2d 14h	13:15	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		23:29	Peachtree Station	2d 14h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Houston on 5 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:08	Peachtree Station	1d 10h	18:18	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
09:08	Peachtree Station	1d 10h	18:18	Amtrak Station	No tags
23:29	Peachtree Station	2d 14h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Houston on 6 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:29	Peachtree Station	2d 14h	13:15	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Atlanta to Houston on 7 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:08	Peachtree Station	1d 10h	18:18	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
09:08	Peachtree Station	1d 10h	18:18	Amtrak Station	No tags
23:29	Peachtree Station	2d 14h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags
23:29	Peachtree Station	2d 14h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Houston on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:29	Peachtree Station	2d 14h	13:15	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		23:29	Peachtree Station	2d 14h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Houston on 9 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:08	Peachtree Station	1d 10h	18:18	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
09:08	Peachtree Station	1d 10h	18:18	Amtrak Station	No tags
23:29	Peachtree Station	2d 14h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags
23:29	Peachtree Station	2d 14h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Houston on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:29	Peachtree Station	2d 14h	13:15	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		23:29	Peachtree Station	2d 14h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Atlanta to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 18 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

42bus per day

18h 35mAverage duration

700 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£48 - £264	Average duration18h 35m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£80 - £105	Average duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 103kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5621 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £80

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Atlanta, GA to Houston, US by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Atlanta to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Atlanta to Houston start from £80. The average price for this train route is around £86. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Atlanta to Houston?
The average train journey time from Atlanta to Houston is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 701 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Houston?
The earliest train from Atlanta to Houston departs at 09:08. And the latest train departs at 09:08.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/12

£532

02/12

£559

Today

£532

04/12

£601

05/12

£91

06/12

£1,250

07/12

£91

08/12

£383

The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Houston, US was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £91

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

You can expect to pay from £91 to £1,501 for a train ticket from Atlanta, GA to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £91, which is on 2025-12-05.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time18h 35m	Avg price£114	Daily departures42
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d 10h	Avg price£86	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Atlanta, GA and Houston, 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 £86 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £80. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Houston, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Atlanta, GA to Houston, US in about 18h 35m – that's the fastest way to get there!