- 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.
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 $72. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $72, and a flight costs an average of $212.
Distance: 165 miles (267 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$72 Average price Cheapest | $339 Average price | $91 Average price |
7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m 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 $19 (€15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from New Braunfels, TX to Houston, TX costing on average $91 (€74).
A train is $268 (€220) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New Braunfels, TX to Houston, TX costing on average $339 (€279).
Other travel options to Houston, TX take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 43m.
Train takes on average 6h 51m.
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Trains from New Braunfels, TX to Houston, TX run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€59) but you can travel from only $63 (€51) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:08, the last at 01:08. The fastest train covers the 165 miles (267 km) distance in 15h 2m.
Distance 165 miles (267 km) |
Average train duration 6h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€59) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 15h 2m |
First train 1:08 AM |
Last train 1:08 AM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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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 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.

Most New Braunfels, TX to Houston, TX trains use the San Marcos Station to Houston Station station pair. Use this guide to compare New Braunfels, TX and Houston, 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.
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