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

The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to Houston start from $254. The average price for this train route is around $943. 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 $244 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for South Bend to Houston on December 10
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	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
7:51am	South Bend Station	1d 6h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
7:51am	South Bend Station	1d 6h	1:15pm	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 December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:51am	South Bend Station	1d 6h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
9:07am	South Bend Station	1d 5h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
7:51am	South Bend Station	1d 6h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
9:07am	South Bend Station	1d 5h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
9:07am	South Bend Station	1d 5h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for South Bend to Houston on December 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:07am	South Bend Station	1d 5h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
7:51am	South Bend Station	1d 6h	1:15pm	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 December 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:51am	South Bend Station	1d 6h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
9:07am	South Bend Station	1d 5h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
7:51am	South Bend Station	1d 6h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
9:07am	South Bend Station	1d 5h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
9:07am	South Bend Station	1d 5h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: 12/03/2025 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 the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $171, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 10hAverage Duration

965 milesDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$171 - $515	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$254 - $1,660	Average Duration2d 4h	CO₂ emissions 142kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,635 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5635 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 $254

Train and bus companies in US: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 $254. The average price for this train route is around $943. 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

12/08

No data

12/09

$311

Today

$244

12/11

No data

12/12

No data

12/13

$423

12/14

$1,093

12/15

$311

The cheapest trip from South Bend to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $244

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 $244 to $1,515 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 $311 which is on 2025-12-15.