How to travel from Baltimore to Houston, United States of America

The distance between Baltimore and Houston is around 1,265 miles (2,036km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 35m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Baltimore to Houston by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Baltimore (BWI) to Houston (IAH).

  • Duration4h 35m
  • Flight time3h 10m
  • Typical cost
    $185
Operated by

Spirit Airlines

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Bus

Take the bus to Atlanta - Peachtree St and then to Houston.

  • Duration1 day 5h
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $120
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train

Take the train to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and then to Houston.

  • Duration1 day 14h
  • Departs6 times a week
  • Typical cost
    $200
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Drive

Drive to Houston.

  • Duration24hrs
  • Distance1,445 miles (2,325km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Baltimore and Houston

There are several options for getting from Baltimore to Houston by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $120 and will take around 1 day 5h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $185.

The distance between Baltimore and Houston is around 1,265 miles (2,036km).

It takes around 4h 35m to get from Baltimore and Houston by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 24hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Baltimore to Houston is to fly which takes around 4h 35m and will set you back approx $185.

The cheapest way to travel between Baltimore and Houston, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $120 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Baltimore and Houston. It typically takes around 1 day 14h and departs 6 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Baltimore to Houston. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal. These services run 6 times a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 14h.

Amtrak run train services between Baltimore and Houston. Trains depart 6 times a week and will take around 1 day 14h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Baltimore and Houston. It typically takes around 1 day 5h and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Baltimore to Houston. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in PONCA ST & BOSTONST fs sb and Atlanta - Peachtree St. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 5h.

Eagle Bus and Greyhound USA run regular bus services between Baltimore and Houston. Buses run twice daily and take around 1 day 5h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Baltimore and Houston. Flights depart from Baltimore (BWI) and arrive at Houston (IAH). The flight takes around 3h 10m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Baltimore and Houston with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 3h 10m.

Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, Delta, American Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly between Baltimore and Houston. Flights depart from Baltimore (BWI) and and arrive into Houston (IAH). These flights usually take around 3h 10m.

The flight from Baltimore to Houston typically takes around 3h 10m. Flights depart from Baltimore (BWI) and and arrive into Houston (IAH).

The closest major airport to Houston is William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) (HOU) which is approximately 15km (9 miles) from Houston. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) (IAH) and Easterwood Airport (CLL) (CLL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Baltimore and Houston. The distance is around 1,445 miles (2,325km) by road and it will take around 24hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Baltimore to Houston is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 35m and will usually cost around $185.

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Compare travel optionsbetween Baltimore and Houston

Transport options from Baltimore to Houston
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
4h 35m
$185
hourly2,041km (1,268 miles)
Fly to Houston Hobby Apt (HOU)4h 40m
$415
hourly2,036km (1,265 miles)
Train and Plane5h 5m
$410
hourly2,051km (1,274 miles)
Bus
1 day 5h
$120
twice daily2,507km (1,558 miles)
Train
1 day 14h
$200
6 times a week2,499km (1,553 miles)
Drive
24hrs
$145
on demand2,325km (1,445 miles)

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Airports near Houston

The following major airports near Houston offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
9 miles (15km) from Houston
IAH
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
International Airport
Distance
16 miles (25km) from Houston
CLL
Easterwood Airport (CLL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
83 miles (134km) from Houston