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Compare bus, flight, and train for Houston, TX to Buffalo, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Houston, TX to Buffalo, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $183. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $183, and a train costs an average of $259.
Distance: 1285 miles (2069 km)
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$768 Average price | $361 Average price Cheapest | $547 Average price |
35h 10m Average total duration 34h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44h 52m Average total duration 44h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 27m Average total duration Fastest 4h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Houston, TX to Buffalo, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Houston, TX to Buffalo, NY trains for today, Friday, February 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:05 PM Houston, TX | 42h53 | 1:58 PM Buffalo, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Houston, TX to Buffalo, NY
Trains from Houston, TX to Buffalo, NY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 34h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $259 (€207) but you can travel from only $183 (€146) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 13:13. The fastest train covers the 1285 miles (2069 km) distance in 42h 53m.
Distance 1285 miles (2069 km) |
Average train duration 34h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $259 (€207) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 42h 53m |
First train 00:39 |
Last train 13:13 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Houston, TX to Buffalo, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Houston, TX and Buffalo, NY from $183 (€146). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Houston, TX to Buffalo, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Houston, TX to Buffalo, NY by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Buffalo, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Houston, TX to Buffalo, NY
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station.
- Irma's Southwest Grill
- The Moonshiners Southern Table + Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Lancaster Hotel
- Hotel ICON
- Magnolia Hotel Houston
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for Amtrak services
- Waiting area and ticket office located in the main hall.
- Bus: Several lines available
- METRORail: Red Line
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