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Houston to Lake Forest trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Houston and Lake Forest takes 38h 46m and the fastest train takes 38h 16m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Houston to Lake Forest. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

38h 46m
Duration
1,666 mi
Distance
$1,081
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Houston to Lake Forest train times

Trains run twice a week between Houston and Lake Forest. The service departs Houston at 6:55 PM in the evening, which arrives into Lake Forest at 07:11:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 38h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrak39h 16m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrak38h 16m • 1 change

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  • Distance: 1,666.4 mi
  • Duration: 38h 46m

What companies run services between Houston, TX, USA and Lake Forest, Orange County, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Houston to Irvine via Los Angeles in around 38h 36m.

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