What is the cheapest way to get from Houston to Pontiac?

The cheapest way to get from Houston to Pontiac is to fly and train which costs $60 - $290 and takes 7h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Houston to Pontiac?

The fastest way to get from Houston to Pontiac is to fly and train which takes 7h 41m and costs $60 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Houston and Pontiac?

No, there is no direct bus from Houston to Pontiac. However, there are services departing from Louisiana St @ Preston St and arriving at Downtown Pontiac via Houston Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station and Jefferson & Griswold. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Houston and Pontiac?

No, there is no direct train from Houston to Pontiac station. However, there are services departing from Houston and arriving at Pontiac Amtrak Station via New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 11m.

How far is it from Houston to Pontiac?

The distance between Houston and Pontiac is 1151 miles. The road distance is 1303.8 miles.

How do I travel from Houston to Pontiac without a car?

The best way to get from Houston to Pontiac without a car is to bus and train which takes 32h 17m and costs $370 - $850.

How long does it take to get from Houston to Pontiac?

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Houston to Pontiac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Houston to Pontiac bus from?

Houston to Pontiac bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Houston Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Houston to Pontiac train from?

Houston to Pontiac train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Houston station.

Train or bus from Houston to Pontiac?

The best way to get from Houston to Pontiac is to bus via Atlanta which takes 36h 36m and costs $260 - $550. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $420 - $950 and takes 37h 11m.

Where does the Houston to Pontiac bus arrive?

Houston to Pontiac bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Houston and Pontiac?

Pontiac is 1h ahead of Houston. It is currently 5:20 PM in Houston and 6:20 PM in Pontiac.

Where does the Houston to Pontiac train arrive?

Houston to Pontiac train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal station.

Can I drive from Houston to Pontiac?

Yes, the driving distance between Houston to Pontiac is 1304 miles. It takes approximately 22h 27m to drive from Houston to Pontiac.

How do I get a train ticket from Houston to Pontiac?

Book your Houston to Pontiac train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Pontiac?

There are 247+ hotels available in Pontiac.

Houston to Pontiac - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Houston to Pontiac by plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), car, bus (Flixbus), or train (Amtrak)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Detroit, train
best
1. Fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Detroit (DTW)plane IAH - DTW
2. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 41m
$63–286
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Houston to Longviewbus
2. Take the train from Longview to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
32h 17m
$377–839
Bus via Atlanta
1. Take the bus from Houston Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Jefferson & Griswold to Downtown Pontiacbus 462
36h 36m
$263–514
Drive 1,296.3 mi
1. Drive from Houston to Pontiaccar 1,296.3 mi
22h 27m
$237–342
Fly William P. Hobby Airport to Detroit, train
1. Fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Detroit (DTW)plane HOU - DTW
2. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
8h 58m
$151–773
Fly George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Bishop International Airport, bus
1. Fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane IAH - FNT
2. Take the bus from Flint Amtrak to Pontiac Amtrakbus
8h 38m
$129–501
Bus
1. Take the bus from Downtown Houston to Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellumbus
2. Take the bus from Dallas to Water & Chicago - Circle Kbus
3. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Jefferson & Griswold to Downtown Pontiacbus 462
36h 58m
$240–447
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Houston to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain
2. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
37h 11m
$429–943

Houston to Pontiac by bus and train (Amtrak)

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32h 17mAverage Duration

$377Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,144.6 mi
Duration: 7h 41m

What companies run services between Houston, TX, USA and Pontiac, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from Louisiana St @ Preston St to Downtown Pontiac via Magnolia Transit Center, Houston Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station, Detroit Bus Station, and Jefferson & Griswold in around 36h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Houston to Pontiac Amtrak Station via New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and Chicago Union Station in around 37h 11m.

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