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

The average train ticket price from Houston to Washington is $289. The best way to find train tickets from Houston to Washington 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 Washington?

A train trip between Houston and Washington is around 2d , although the fastest train will take about 2d . This is the time it takes to travel the 1217 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Houston and Washington?

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

Which train companies travel from Houston to Washington?

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

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

Once in Washington, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Arlington National Cemetery, Washington National Cathedral, National Gallery of Art, National Museum of American History, United States Capitol.

Train Houston to Washington from $237 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Houston to Washington on September 27
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:10pm	Amtrak Station	2d	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags
12:10pm	Amtrak Station	2d	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags
12:10pm	Amtrak Station	2d	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags
12:10pm	Amtrak Station	2d	2:47pm	Union Station	No tags
12:10pm	Amtrak Station	2d	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Washington.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$112 - $439	Average Duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 49kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$237 - $946	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 179kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Houston to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 22 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $112, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day

1d 22hAverage Duration

$112Cheapest ticket

49kgCO₂ emissions

Train Houston, US to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$289

Average train trip duration2d

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure12:10pm

Distance1217 miles (1962 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,482 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5482 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 $237

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Houston to Washington is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Washington, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Houston and Washington, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Houston to Washington while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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