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El Paso Museum of Art
Major downtown art museum with American, Mexican, and European works, plus rotating exhibitions and strong regional programming.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Houston, TX to El Paso, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $93. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $93, and a flight costs an average of $172.
Distance: 674 miles (1085 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$128 Average price Cheapest | $159 Average price | $394 Average price | $150 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 55m Average total duration 19h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 17m Average total duration 14h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration Fastest 4h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Houston, TX to El Paso, TX:
A train is $30 (€25) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Houston, TX to El Paso, TX costing on average $159 (€130).
A train is $266 (€218) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Houston, TX to El Paso, TX costing on average $394 (€323).
Other travel options to El Paso, TX take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 47m.
Train takes on average 19h 25m.
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Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Houston, TX to El Paso, TX run on average 2 times per day, taking around 19h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $93 (€76) but you can travel from only $87 (€71) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 15:45, the last at 18:55. The fastest train covers the 674 miles (1085 km) distance in 19h 30m.
Distance 674 miles (1085 km) |
Average train duration 19h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $93 (€76) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 19h 30m |
First train 3:45 PM |
Last train 6:55 PM |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of El Paso — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect El Paso trip today.
Major downtown art museum with American, Mexican, and European works, plus rotating exhibitions and strong regional programming.
Covers local and borderlands history through permanent and temporary exhibits in the Downtown Arts District.
Museum focused on the archaeology and cultures of the Greater El Paso area and the U.S. Southwest.
Classic El Paso viewpoint with sweeping city and Franklin Mountains views, especially popular at sunset and night.
Large urban state park offering desert hiking, overlooks, and dramatic mountain scenery directly within the city.
Famous for rock formations, ancient pictographs, and desert scenery; highly popular with hikers and climbers near El Paso.
A borderlands staple of melted cheese blended with green chiles, commonly served with tortilla chips. It reflects El Paso’s Tex-Mex heritage and is one of the city’s most familiar starters.
Shredded dried beef cooked with eggs, onions, tomatoes, and chiles, often eaten for breakfast in burritos or plates. It is strongly tied to Northern Mexican and El Paso food traditions.
Corn tortillas filled with cheese or chicken and covered in roasted green chile sauce. This dish shows the strong New Mexican and border influence on El Paso cooking.
A respected modern Mexican restaurant known for house-made tortillas, thoughtful regional cooking, and a stylish contemporary atmosphere.
A destination steakhouse outside central El Paso, famous for mesquite-grilled steaks, expansive ranch grounds, and a classic Texas dining experience.
An iconic, long-running El Paso Mexican restaurant known for enchiladas, chile con queso, tacos, and a classic local atmosphere.
Costs are lower than in many large U.S. cities, with affordable meals, parking, and casual lodging.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 15-18% for good casual service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and delivery drivers.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Houston, TX to El Paso, TX 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 El Paso, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Houston, TX to El Paso, TX trains use the Houston Station to El Paso Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Houston, TX and El Paso, TX train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Irma's Southwest Grill, The Moonshiners Southern Table + Bar
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Houston Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Houston Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Houston Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Houston Station: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Houston Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Lancaster Hotel, Hotel ICON, Magnolia Hotel Houston.
El Paso Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Cafe Central, Anson 11
Ticket office support is available at El Paso Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at El Paso Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at El Paso Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at El Paso Station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo El Paso Downtown, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel El Paso Downtown, Stanton House El Paso.
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