CA → TX · about 1,375 miles
Los Angeles to Houston train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Los Angeles to Houston. The fastest takes 35 hours 10 minutes; every train leaves at 10:00 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 35h 10m
- Leaves at
- 10:00 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Los Angeles and arrives at Houston. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 PM | 11:10 AM +2 day | 35h 10m | Tue, Thu, Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Los Angeles Where you get off in Houston The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Los Angeles
Where the train stops in Houston
Return trip: Houston to Los Angeles
Questions
How long is the train from Los Angeles to Houston?
The fastest direct train takes 35 hours 10 minutes.
What time is the first train from Los Angeles to Houston?
Every departure is at 10:00 PM (Tue, Thu, Sat).
Which rail companies go from Los Angeles to Houston?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Los Angeles?
Trains to Houston leave from Los Angeles (Americanstar).