The cheapest and fastest trains from Arlington, TX to Austin, TX
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
4 h 33 m
Average duration
5 h 16 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Arlington, TX to Austin, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arlington, TX to Austin, TX will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 3 trains that leave Arlington, TX for Austin, TX on Tue, Feb 24, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 24 the direct trains cover the 281 km distance in an average of 5 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 33 m .
On Tue, Feb 24 the slowest trains will take 6 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Arlington, TX to Austin, TX
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Arlington, TX to Austin, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €44.
Distance: 174 miles (281 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€34 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price | €259 Average price |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Arlington, TX to Austin, TX train times
The table below shows live departures for Arlington, TX to Austin, TX trains for today, Monday, February 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
21 Texas Eagle | 6:38 PM Union Station, Dallas, TX | 6h29 | 1:07 AM Austin Station, Austin, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
421 Texas Eagle | 6:38 PM Union Station, Dallas, TX | 6h29 | 1:07 AM Austin Station, Austin, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
421 Texas Eagle | 8:28 PM Fort Worth Central Station, Fort Worth, TX | 4h39 | 1:07 AM Austin Station, Austin, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
21 Texas Eagle | 8:28 PM Fort Worth Central Station, Fort Worth, TX | 4h39 | 1:07 AM Austin Station, Austin, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Arlington, TX to Austin, TX by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Arlington, TX to Austin, TX
Trains from Arlington, TX to Austin, TX run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:24, the last at 15:48. The fastest train covers the 174 miles (281 km) distance in 4h 33m.
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 33m |
First train 09:24 |
Last train 15:48 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Arlington, TX to Austin, TX trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Arlington, TX and Austin, TX from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Arlington, TX to Austin, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Arlington, TX to Austin, TX by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Austin, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Arlington, TX to Austin, TX
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free for passengers
- The Driskill
- Hotel Ella
- Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is a single-level facility with an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Capital Metro routes available
- Train: Served by Amtrak's Texas Eagle
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