Austin, TX to Houston, TX Train
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Austin, TX to Houston, TX by train
The journey from Austin, TX to Houston, TX by train is 236.14 km and takes 15 hrs 11 mins. There are 1 connections per day, with the first departure at 7:22 p.m. and the last at 8:42 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Austin, TX to Houston, TX by train for as little as $62.64 or as much as $105.82. The best price for this journey is $62.64.
| Lowest Price | $62.64 |
| Journey Duration | 15 hrs 11 mins |
| Connection per Day | Amtrak 1 |
| Lowest Price | Amtrak $62.64 |
| Highest Price | Amtrak $105.82 |
| First Departure | Amtrak 7:22 p.m. |
| Last Departure | Amtrak 8:42 p.m. |
| Distance | Amtrak 236.14 km |
| Departure | Amtrak Austin, TX |
| Arrival | Amtrak Houston, TX |
| Carriers | Amtrak Amtrak |
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Find the best day to travel to Houston, TX by train
When travelling to Houston, TX by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Amtrak from Austin, TX to Houston, TX
Compare services on board when travelling from Austin, TX to Houston, TX by train.
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Austin, TX to Houston, TX CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
16.53kg
Bus
17.71kg
Flight
47.23kg
Car
37.78kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Austin, TX to Houston, TX by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Austin, TX and Houston, TX are 16.53kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Austin, TX and Houston, TX? By taking the train between Austin, TX and Houston, TX you will save 30.7kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.18kg compared to a bus and 21.25kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Austin, TX to Houston, TX?
A train ticket from Austin, TX to Houston, TX is $89.10. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $62.64.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Austin, TX to Houston, TX?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Austin, TX to Houston, TX is $62.64. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Austin, TX and Houston, TX by train?
Austin, TX to Houston, TX is 236.14 km.
How long does the train between Austin, TX and Houston, TX take?
Austin, TX to Houston, TX is on average 15 hrs 11 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 14 hrs 28 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Austin, TX to Houston, TX?
Austin, TX to Houston, TX has 1 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Austin, TX to Houston, TX leave?
The earliest train from Austin, TX to Houston, TX departs at 7:22 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Austin, TX to Houston, TX depart?
The latest train from Austin, TX to Houston, TX departs at 8:42 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Austin, TX to Houston, TX in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $62.64 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Austin, TX to Houston, TX by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Austin, TX and Houston, TX is 14 hrs 28 mins.
Is there a direct train from Austin, TX to Houston, TX?
Yes, there is a direct train between Austin, TX and Houston, TX.
What are the CO2 emissions for Austin, TX to Houston, TX by train?
The train journey from Austin, TX to Houston, TX creates 16.53kg of CO2 emissions.