The cheapest and fastest trains from Houston, TX to Denver, CO
Cheapest price
$470
Average price
$470
Fastest journey
1 d 19 h 51 m
Average duration
1 d 19 h 51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1413 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Houston, TX to Denver, CO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Houston, TX to Denver, CO will cost around $470 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $470.
It's difficult to get from Houston, TX to Denver, CO without transferring at least 3 times.
6022 AMTRAK · 22 Texas Eagle · 5522 AMTRAK · 5 California Zephyr
6022 AMTRAK · 22 Texas Eagle · 5522 AMTRAK · 5 California ZephyrTravel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Houston, TX to Denver, CO
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Houston, TX to Denver, CO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €255.
Distance: 877 miles (1413 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€377 Average price | €182 Average price | €146 Average price Cheapest |
39h 10m Average total duration 38h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 26m Average total duration 25h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Houston, TX to Denver, CO train times
The table below shows live departures for Houston, TX to Denver, CO trains for today, Monday, February 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
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6022 AMTRAK · 22 Texas Eagle · 5522 AMTRAK · 5 California Zephyr | 7:05 PM Houston Station, Houston, TX | 43h51 | 2:56 PM Union Station, Denver, CO | 3 transfers | ||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Houston, TX to Denver, CO
Trains from Houston, TX to Denver, CO run on average 1 times per day, taking around 38h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $320 (€255) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 13:05, the last at 13:05. The fastest train covers the 877 miles (1413 km) distance in 43h 51m.
Distance 877 miles (1413 km) |
Average train duration 38h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $320 (€255) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 43h 51m |
First train 13:05 |
Last train 13:05 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Houston, TX to Denver, CO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Houston, TX and Denver, CO from $31 (€25). 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 Denver, CO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Houston, TX to Denver, CO 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 Denver, CO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Houston, TX to Denver, CO
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Wynkoop Street.
- Snooze an A.M. Eatery
- Mercantile Dining & Provision
- Ultreia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1.00
- The Crawford Hotel
- The Oxford Hotel
- Hotel Indigo Denver Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and RTD services
- Hall 2: dining and shopping area
- Hall 3: hotel access
- RTD Light Rail: Lines A, B, G
- Bus: Several RTD bus lines available
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