How much is the train ticket from Houston to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Philadelphia start from $226. The average price for this train route is around $239. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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 .

Which train operators service the Houston to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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.

Train Houston to Philadelphia from $217 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Houston to Philadelphia on March 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	2d 3h	4:42pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	2d 3h	4:42pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 9:16 PM CDT.

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 $123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

98bus per day

1d 21hAverage Duration

1331 milesDistance

54kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$123 - $528	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 54kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$226 - $331	Average Duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 196kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,769 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5769 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 $226

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

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.

How much is the train ticket from Houston to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Philadelphia start from $226. The average price for this train route is around $239. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
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.
Which train operators service the Houston to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
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.

Best price found

03/15

$342

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$413

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03/22

$342

The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Mar 15, 2026 with a price of $342

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 $342 to $1,113 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 $342 which is on 2026-03-22.