- Must visit
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
One of America’s top fine arts museums, spanning antiquity to modern works. A must for major collections, architecture, and rotating exhibitions.
Cheapest price on Oct 12
$121
Average ticket price on Oct 12
$248
Fastest journey on Oct 12
10 h 13 m
Average journey duration on Oct 12
20 h 56 m
Trains on Oct 12
4
Distance
625 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Little Rock, AR to Houston, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Little Rock, AR to Houston, TX will cost around $248 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $121.
It's difficult to get from Little Rock, AR to Houston, TX without transferring at least once.
21 Texas Eagle · 6021 Connecting Bus
421 Texas Eagle · 6021 Connecting Bus
421 Texas Eagle · 2 Sunset Limited
21 Texas Eagle · 2 Sunset Limited
21 Texas Eagle · 6021 Connecting Bus
421 Texas Eagle · 6021 Connecting Bus
421 Texas Eagle · 2 Sunset Limited
21 Texas Eagle · 2 Sunset LimitedTrains from Little Rock, AR to Houston, TX run on average 2 times per day, taking around 23h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $151 (€126) but you can travel from only $72 (€60) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:04, the last at 15:45. The fastest train covers the 388 miles (625 km) distance in 23h 57m.
Distance 388 miles (625 km) |
Average train duration 23h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $151 (€126) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 23h 57m |
First train 3:04 AM |
Last train 3:45 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Little Rock, AR to Houston, TX trains for today, Sunday, October 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:32 AM Little Rock, AR | 10h13 | 6:45 PM Houston, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:32 AM Little Rock, AR | 10h13 | 7:45 PM Houston, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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One of America’s top fine arts museums, spanning antiquity to modern works. A must for major collections, architecture, and rotating exhibitions.
Premier space museum with spacecraft, simulators, and NASA history. Essential for understanding Houston’s link to human spaceflight.
Large natural science museum known for dinosaurs, gems, and immersive displays. A family favorite with broad appeal and strong exhibits.
Houston’s signature urban park with skyline views, events, lawns, and public art. A central gathering place for visitors and locals.
Museum District green space with trails, gardens, and major attractions nearby. Ideal for a scenic walk between Houston’s top institutions.
Former rail corridor turned urban trail with art, landscaping, and skyline glimpses. A modern favorite for walking and casual exploration.
Slow-smoked beef brisket with a peppery bark. Central Texas barbecue is a Houston staple thanks to the city’s strong smokehouse culture.
Spiced beef or chicken fajitas served sizzling with onions and peppers. Houston helped popularize Tex-Mex restaurant fajitas nationwide.
Warm flour tortillas filled with breakfast staples like egg, potato, bacon, or chorizo. A daily Houston favorite shaped by Texas Mexican food culture.
Refined Gulf Coast fine dining with polished service and seasonal seafood. One of Houston’s most acclaimed upscale restaurants.
Highly regarded barbecue spot serving brisket, ribs, and sausage in a simple, old-school setting loved by locals and visitors.
Beloved casual Vietnamese restaurant famous for garlic noodles, shaken beef, and fusion dishes that reflect Houston’s diverse food scene.
Moderate for U.S. cities: hotels vary widely, dining is reasonable, and car-based transit can add costs for visitors.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and 10-15% for taxis. Cafes often have tip jars or card prompts.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Little Rock, AR to Houston, 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 Houston, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Little Rock, AR to Houston, TX trains use the Union Station to Houston Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Little Rock, AR and Houston, TX train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Brave New Restaurant, The Pantry Crest
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Capital Hotel, Little Rock Marriott, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Little Rock.
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
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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.
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