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Trip Overview

The average train between Houston and Boston takes 2d 9h and the fastest train takes 2d 8h. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Houston to Boston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2d 9h
Duration
1,970 mi
Distance
$1,285
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Houston to Boston train times

Trains run twice a week between Houston and Boston. The service departs Houston at 12:10 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Boston at 23:37:00. All services require a transfer at New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and take an average of 2d 9h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak Acela2d 10h • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak Acela2d 8h • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Houston to Boston? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Houston to Boston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,969.5 mi
  • Duration: 2d 9h

What companies run services between Houston, TX, USA and Boston, MA, USA?

You can take a train from Houston to Boston via New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station in around 47h 30m.

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