How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Houston start from $269. The average price for this train route is around $368. 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 Pittsburgh to Houston?

The average train ride duration from Pittsburgh to Houston is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 1135 miles (1830 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Houston?

The earliest train departs from Pittsburgh to Houston at 11:59pm. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.

Train Pittsburgh to Houston from $274 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Houston on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:59pm	Union Station	1d 14h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		11:59pm	Union Station	1d 14h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Houston on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:59pm	Union Station	1d 14h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		11:59pm	Union Station	2d 12h	11:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Houston on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:59pm	Union Station	1d 14h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Houston on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:59pm	Union Station	1d 14h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		11:59pm	Union Station	1d 14h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 2:09 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Pittsburgh to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $155, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

1d 16hAverage Duration

1139 milesDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$155 - $456	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$269 - $1,561	Average Duration2d 12h	CO₂ emissions 167kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,625 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5625 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 $269

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Houston start from $269. The average price for this train route is around $368. 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 Pittsburgh to Houston?
The average train ride duration from Pittsburgh to Houston is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 1135 miles (1830 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Houston?
The earliest train departs from Pittsburgh to Houston at 11:59pm. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/03

$307

12/04

$354

Today

$355

12/06

$765

12/07

$841

12/08

$337

12/09

$274

12/10

$307

The cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $274

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

You can expect to pay from $274 to $1,155 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $274 which is on 2025-12-09.