The cheapest and fastest trains from New Braunfels, TX to Houston, TX
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$70
Fastest journey
15 h 37 m
Average duration
15 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Braunfels, TX 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 New Braunfels, TX to Houston, TX will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
Of the 1 trains that leave New Braunfels, TX for Houston, TX on Sun, May 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 10 the direct trains cover the 267 km distance in an average of 15 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 h 37 m .
On Sun, May 10 the slowest trains will take 15 h 37 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.
1:33 AM15h37New Braunfels, TX5:10 PMHouston, TX$701One-way0 transfers
1:33 AM15h37New Braunfels, TX5:10 PMHouston, TX$701One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for New Braunfels, TX to Houston, TX
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Braunfels, TX to Houston, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $70, and a flight costs an average of $76.
Distance: 165 miles (267 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$70 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price | $275 Average price |
5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 44m Average total duration Fastest 4h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from New Braunfels, TX to Houston, TX:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from New Braunfels, TX to Houston, TX costing on average $76 (€61).
A train is $205 (€164) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New Braunfels, TX to Houston, TX costing on average $275 (€220).
Other travel options to Houston, TX take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 45m.
Bus takes on average 7h 13m.
Live departures
New Braunfels, TX to Houston, TX train times
The table below shows live departures for New Braunfels, TX to Houston, TX trains for tomorrow, Saturday, May 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:33 AM New Braunfels, TX | 15h37 | 5:10 PM Houston, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Braunfels, TX to Houston, TX
Trains from New Braunfels, TX to Houston, TX run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€56) but you can travel from only $46 (€36) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:33, the last at 01:33. The fastest train covers the 165 miles (267 km) distance in 15h 37m.
Distance 165 miles (267 km) |
Average train duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€56) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 15h 37m |
First train 1:33 AM |
Last train 1:33 AM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from New Braunfels, TX to Houston, TX trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New Braunfels, TX and Houston, TX from $46 (€36). 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 New Braunfels, TX to Houston, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Braunfels, TX 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New Braunfels, TX to Houston, TX
- 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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