How much is the train ticket from South Bend to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to Houston start from $200. The average price for this train route is around $324. 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 South Bend to Houston?

The average train ride duration from South Bend to Houston is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 965 miles (1556 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the South Bend to Houston 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 South Bend to Houston?

The earliest train departs from South Bend to Houston at 7:51am. And the latest train departs at 7:51am.

Train South Bend to Houston from $197 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for South Bend to Houston on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:07am	South Bend Station	1d 5h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
		9:07am	South Bend Station	1d 5h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest

Next departures for South Bend to Houston on January 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:51am	South Bend Station	1d 6h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
9:07am	South Bend Station	1d 5h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
7:51am	South Bend Station	1d 6h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
9:07am	South Bend Station	1d 5h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for South Bend to Houston on January 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:51am	South Bend Station	2d 4h	11:10am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
9:07am	South Bend Station	1d 5h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
7:51am	South Bend Station	1d 6h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
7:51am	South Bend Station	1d 6h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
7:51am	South Bend Station	2d 4h	11:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for South Bend to Houston on January 31
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:51am	South Bend Station	1d 6h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
9:07am	South Bend Station	1d 5h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
7:51am	South Bend Station	1d 6h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
9:07am	South Bend Station	1d 5h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:35 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from South Bend 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 1 day, 10 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $157, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 10hAverage Duration

954 milesDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$157 - $419	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$200 - $1,621	Average Duration2d 4h	CO₂ emissions 142kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5750 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 $200

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from South Bend to Houston, US 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 South Bend to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to Houston start from $200. The average price for this train route is around $324. 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 South Bend to Houston?
The average train ride duration from South Bend to Houston is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 965 miles (1556 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the South Bend to Houston 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 South Bend to Houston?
The earliest train departs from South Bend to Houston at 7:51am. And the latest train departs at 7:51am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/24

$247

01/25

$306

Today

No data

01/27

$269

01/28

No data

01/29

$299

01/30

$280

01/31

$247

The cheapest trip from South Bend to Houston, US was searched and found on Jan 24, 2026 with a price of $247

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

You can expect to pay from $247 to $1,004 for a train ticket from South Bend to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $247 which is on 2026-01-31.