How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Houston start from $226. The average price for this train route is around $287. 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 Wilmington to Houston?

The average train ride duration from Wilmington to Houston is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1312 miles (2116 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Wilmington 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 Wilmington to Houston?

The earliest train departs from Wilmington to Houston at 4:02pm. And the latest train departs at 4:02pm.

Train Wilmington to Houston from $252 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Houston on February 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		4:02pm	Wilmington Station	2d 3h	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		4:02pm	Wilmington Station	2d 3h	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Houston on February 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:45am	Wilmington Station	2d 6h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		8:45am	Wilmington Station	2d 6h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:25 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington 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, 21 hours and with fares starting at just $140, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36bus per day

1d 21hAverage Duration

1321 milesDistance

53kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$140 - $400	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 53kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$226 - $1,037	Average Duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 193kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,754 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5754 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 Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Houston start from $226. The average price for this train route is around $287. 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 Wilmington to Houston?
The average train ride duration from Wilmington to Houston is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1312 miles (2116 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Wilmington 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 Wilmington to Houston?
The earliest train departs from Wilmington to Houston at 4:02pm. And the latest train departs at 4:02pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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02/01

$517

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$252

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$374

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The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Houston, US was searched and found on Feb 5, 2026 with a price of $252

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

You can expect to pay from $252 to $1,202 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $252 which is on 2026-02-05.