TX → CA · about 1,272 miles
Houston to Palm Springs train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Houston to Palm Springs. The fastest takes 33 hours 7 minutes; every train leaves at 6:55 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 33h 07m
- Leaves at
- 6:55 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Houston and arrives at Palm Springs Amtrak. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:55 PM | 2:02 AM +2 day | 33h 07m | Mon, Wed, Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Houston Where you get off in Palm Springs The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Houston
Where the train stops in Palm Springs
Return trip: Palm Springs to Houston
Questions
How long is the train from Houston to Palm Springs?
The fastest direct train takes 33 hours 7 minutes.
What time is the first train from Houston to Palm Springs?
Every departure is at 6:55 PM (Mon, Wed, Sat).
Which rail companies go from Houston to Palm Springs?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Houston?
Trains to Palm Springs leave from Houston Amtrak station.