How much does a train ticket from Houston to Philadelphia cost?

The average train ticket price from Houston to Philadelphia is $276. The best way to find train tickets from Houston to Philadelphia 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 Houston to Philadelphia?

A train trip between Houston and Philadelphia is around 2d 3h, although the fastest train will take about 2d 2h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1338 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Houston and Philadelphia?

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

Which train companies travel from Houston to Philadelphia?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Philadelphia?

Once in Philadelphia, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Eastern State Penitentiary, Liberty Bell, Citizens Bank Park, Please Touch Museum, National Museum of Jewish History.

Train Houston to Philadelphia from $229 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Houston to Philadelphia on December 2
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: Yesterday at 10:52 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

106bus per day

1d 21hAverage Duration

1335 milesDistance

54kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$139 - $539	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 54kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$256 - $417	Average Duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 196kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5614 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 $256

Train and bus companies in US: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

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The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $337

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 $337 to $1,206 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 $337 which is on 2025-12-02.