Trains Chicago, IL to Houston, TX: Times, Prices and Tickets

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Traveling from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX with Virail

Virail helps thousands of travelers plan their journeys every year. How? It's easy. Just enter the dates on which you plan to travel from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX. Our powerful engine will look at the data from thousands of travel providers, then show you all the available routes. You can choose to travel however you want. Decide on the type of transport you want to use, what time of day you'd like to set off and whether you'd like a direct journey or one with connections. When you've found your ideal route, Virail will redirect you to the web page of the provider. There, you can make your booking, then it's time to prepare for your trip.

How much do train tickets from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX cost?

The cheapest train tickets from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX cost $ 155.05. On average, you can expect to spend around $ 208.70 for your train ticket. Virail will help you find a journey that fits your budget. You can expect prices to vary between different travel providers and methods of transport; often, faster journeys will cost more than slower routes. If your travel dates are flexible, you might be able to find cheaper train tickets, as prices may fluctuate a little from day to day. You may also find lower prices by booking at certain times of day, avoiding rush hour traffic. Another tip for travelers on a tight budget is to look for connecting journeys. Sometimes it can be cheaper to make a change or two along the way, rather than traveling on a direct route from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX.

Chicago, IL to Houston, TX by Train

The journey from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX by Train is 1512 km and takes 45 h 40 min. There are 1 connections per day, with the first departure at 20:05 and the last at 13:45. It is possible to travel from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX by Train for as little as $ 155.05 or as much as $ 985. The best price for this journey is .

Best Price $ 167
Journey Duration 45 h 25 min
Connection per Day 1
Lowest Price $ 167
Highest Price $ 167
First Departure 13:45
Last Departure 13:45
Distance 939.5 mi
Departure Chicago, IL
Arrival Houston, TX
Carriers Amtrak, Amtrack

Chicago, IL to Houston, TX Train Times

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Departure date
Tuesday,Mar 28 2023

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Chicago, IL to Houston, TX CO2 Emissions by Train

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Flight
430.92kg
Train
21.168kg
Bus
102.816kg
Car
74.088kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Chicago, IL and Houston, TX are 21.168kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Chicago, IL and Houston, TX? By taking the train between Chicago, IL and Houston, TX you will save 409.752kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 81.648kg compared to a bus and 52.92kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX?
A train ticket from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX is $ 208.70. 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 $ 155.05.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX is $ 155.05. 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 Chicago, IL and Houston, TX by train?
Chicago, IL to Houston, TX is 1511.6km.
How long does the train between Chicago, IL and Houston, TX take?
Chicago, IL to Houston, TX is on average 45 h 40 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 39 h 25 min.
Which companies operate from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX?
The train journey from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Amtrak.
How many train connections per day go from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX?
Chicago, IL to Houston, TX has 2 connections per day on average. However, depending on the day there are a maximum of 2 and a minimum of 1 connections available.
What time does the first train from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX leave?
The earliest train from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX departs at 13:45. 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 Chicago, IL to Houston, TX depart?
The latest train from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX departs at 13:45. 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 Chicago, IL 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 $ 167 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.
From which stations can I leave from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX?
There are 1 station(s) that you can depart from Chicago, IL to go to Houston, TX. You can go from Union Station and you can arrive at Houston Station.
What's the fastest journey time between Chicago, IL to Houston, TX by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Chicago, IL and Houston, TX is 39 h 25 min.
Is there a direct train from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX?
Yes there is a direct train between Chicago, IL and Houston, TX.
What are the CO2 emissions for Chicago, IL to Houston, TX by train?
The train journey from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX creates 21.168kg of CO2 emissions.

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