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Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston to El Paso
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 17 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 188, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5751 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 1 733
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to El Paso, 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 Houston to El Paso?
The cheapest train tickets from Houston to El Paso start from R 1 733. The average price for this train route is around R 1 733. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Houston to El Paso?
The average train journey time from Houston to El Paso is 19h 30m, covering a distance of 1086 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Houston to El Paso 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 Houston to El Paso?
The earliest train from Houston to El Paso departs at 18:55. And the latest train departs at 18:55.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to El Paso, US was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 656To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Houston, US to El Paso, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 656 to R 18 451 for a train ticket from Houston, US to El Paso, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 656, which is on 2026-01-31.
