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East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX by train

The journey from East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX by train is 1,740.11 km and takes 28 hrs 25 mins. There are 1 connections per day, with the first departure at 9:05 p.m. and the last at 9:45 p.m.. It is possible to travel from East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX by train for as little as $423.73 or as much as $1,034.50. The best price for this journey is $423.73.

Lowest Price $423.73
Journey Duration 28 hrs 25 mins
Connection per Day 1
Lowest Price $423.73
Highest Price $1,034.50
First Departure 9:05 p.m.
Last Departure 9:45 p.m.
Distance 1,740.11 km
Departure East Lansing, MI
Arrival Houston, TX
Carriers Amtrak, United Airlines

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX

The cheapest East Lansing, MI - Houston, TX train tickets can be found for as low as $125.42 if you’re lucky, or $153.17 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $184.43.

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 and United Airlines from East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX
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East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
121.81kg
Bus
130.51kg
Flight
348.02kg
Car
278.42kg
What are the CO2 emissions from East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between East Lansing, MI and Houston, TX are 121.81kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between East Lansing, MI and Houston, TX? By taking the train between East Lansing, MI and Houston, TX you will save 226.21kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 8.7kg compared to a bus and 156.61kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX?
A train ticket from East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX is $729.11. 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 $423.73.
What's the cheapest train ticket from East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX?
The cheapest ticket you can get from East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX is $423.73. 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 East Lansing, MI and Houston, TX by train?
East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX is 1,740.11 km.
How long does the train between East Lansing, MI and Houston, TX take?
East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX is on average 28 hrs 25 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 25 hrs 54 mins.
Which companies operate from East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX?
The train journey from East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Amtrak and United Airlines.
How many train connections per day go from East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX?
East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX has 1 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX leave?
The earliest train from East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX departs at 9:05 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 East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX depart?
The latest train from East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX departs at 9:45 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 East Lansing, MI 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 $423.73 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 East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX by train?
The fastest journey time by train between East Lansing, MI and Houston, TX is 25 hrs 54 mins.
Is there a direct train from East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX?
Yes, there is a direct train between East Lansing, MI and Houston, TX.
What are the CO2 emissions for East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX by train?
The train journey from East Lansing, MI to Houston, TX creates 121.81kg of CO2 emissions.

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