Cheapest price
$587
Average price
$691
Fastest journey
1 d 22 h 35 m
Average duration
2 d 2 h 40 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
2281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY 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 York, NY to Houston, TX will cost around $691 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $587.
It's difficult to get from New York, NY to Houston, TX without transferring at least once.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Houston, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 2.1kg.
Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
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€413 Average price | €139 Average price Cheapest | €218 Average price |
2d 53h 28m Average duration 2d 52h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 17m Average duration Fastest 6h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2d 49h 18m Average duration 2d 48h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 6.8 - 13.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.3 - 5.7kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 51h23 | 6:15 PM Houston Station, Houston, TX | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 2:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 51h23 | 6:15 PM Houston Station, Houston, TX | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 53h18 | 11:18 PM Houston Station, Houston, TX | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 46h35 | 6:15 PM Houston Station, Houston, TX | 2 transfers | |
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Distance 1416 miles (2280 km) |
Average train duration 2d 52h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $248 (€202) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1d 46h 35m |
First train 11:40 |
Last train 20:40 |
Travel to Houston, TX from New York, NY from $244 (€198) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient trip for you.
Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains to Houston, TX from New York, NY, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.
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