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Compare bus, train, and flight for Houston, TX to Fairfax, VA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Houston, TX to Fairfax, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €101. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €101, and a train costs an average of €230.
Distance: 1202 miles (1936 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€287 Average price | €227 Average price | €166 Average price Cheapest |
48h 35m Average total duration 48h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 40h 48m Average total duration 40h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Houston, TX to Fairfax, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Houston, TX to Fairfax, VA trains for today, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:10 PM Houston, TX | 48h09 | 5:19 PM Fairfax, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Houston, TX to Fairfax, VA
Trains from Houston, TX to Fairfax, VA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 48h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $284 (€230) but you can travel from only $120 (€97) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 11:52, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 1202 miles (1936 km) distance in 48h 0m.
Distance 1202 miles (1936 km) |
Average train duration 48h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $284 (€230) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 48h 0m |
First train 11:52 |
Last train 19:22 |
FAQs: Trains from Houston, TX to Fairfax, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Houston, TX to Fairfax, VA 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 Fairfax, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Houston, TX to Fairfax, VA
- 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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