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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Houston, TX to Fairfax, VA
Cheapest price
$563
Average price
$563
Fastest journey
2 d 9 m
Average duration
2 d 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1936 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Houston, TX to Fairfax, VA 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 Fairfax, VA will cost around $563 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $563.
Of the 1 trains that leave Houston, TX for Fairfax, VA on Tue, Aug 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 18 the direct trains cover the 1936 km distance in an average of 2 d 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 d 9 m .
On Tue, Aug 18 the slowest trains will take 2 d 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
5:10 PM48h09Houston, TX5:19 PMFairfax, VA$5631One-way0 transfers
- 5:10 PM48h09Houston, TX5:19 PMFairfax, VA$5631One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
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 flight with prices starting from $48. 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 flight costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $290.
Distance: 1202 miles (1936 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$765 Average price | $210 Average price Cheapest | $222 Average price |
48h 36m Average total duration 48h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 37h 8m Average total duration 36h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Houston, TX to Fairfax, VA:
A flight is $12 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Houston, TX to Fairfax, VA costing on average $222 (€180).
A flight is $555 (€451) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Houston, TX to Fairfax, VA costing on average $765 (€621).
Other travel options to Fairfax, VA take longer:
Bus takes on average 36h 38m.
Train takes on average 48h 6m.
Compare prices and tickets Houston, TX to Fairfax, VA by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Houston, TX to Fairfax, VA
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Trains from Houston, TX to Fairfax, VA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 48h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $290 (€235) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 13:05, the last at 18:49. The fastest train covers the 1202 miles (1936 km) distance in 48h 0m.
Distance 1202 miles (1936 km) |
Average train duration 48h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $290 (€235) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 48h 0m |
First train 1:05 PM |
Last train 6:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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
Most Houston, TX to Fairfax, VA trains use the Houston Station to Alexandria Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Houston, TX and Fairfax, VA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Houston, TX station do trains to Fairfax, VA leave from?
Getting to Houston Station from Houston city centre
Houston Station train station facilities and services
Houston Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Irma's Southwest Grill, The Moonshiners Southern Table + Bar
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Houston Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Houston Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Houston Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Houston Station: Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Houston Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Lancaster Hotel, Hotel ICON, Magnolia Hotel Houston.
Most popular train connections from Houston, TX
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