How much does a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Houston cost?

The average train ticket price from Birmingham to Houston is R 1 859. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Houston?

A train trip between Birmingham and Houston is around 1d 5h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 5h. This is the time it takes to travel the 913 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Birmingham and Houston?

The number of trains from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Houston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Birmingham to Houston?

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

Train Birmingham to Houston from R 1 564 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Houston on 14 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
13:03	Birmingham Station	1d 5h	18:18	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
13:03	Birmingham Station	1d 5h	18:18	Amtrak Station	No tags
17:24	Birmingham Station	2d 19h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Houston on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		13:03	Birmingham Station	1d 5h	18:18	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		13:03	Birmingham Station	1d 5h	18:18	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:04 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Birmingham to Houston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 641, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 5hAverage duration

911 kmDistance

83kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 391 - R 5 205	Average duration21h 50m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 641 - R 2 077	Average duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 83kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 583 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5583 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 R 1 641

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Birmingham, US - Houston, US

How much does a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Houston cost?
The average train ticket price from Birmingham to Houston is R 1 859. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Houston?
A train trip between Birmingham and Houston is around 1d 5h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 5h. This is the time it takes to travel the 913 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Birmingham and Houston?
The number of trains from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Houston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Birmingham to Houston?
When taking the train from Birmingham to Houston, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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R 14 059

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R 1 986

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R 1 775

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The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Houston, US was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 775

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 775 to R 35 779 for a train ticket from Birmingham, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 775, which is on 2025-11-18.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time21h 50m	Avg priceR 2 252	Daily departures21
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d 5h	Avg priceR 1 859	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Birmingham, US 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 R 1 859 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 641. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Houston, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Birmingham, US to Houston, US in about 21h 50m – that's the fastest way to get there!