The cheapest and fastest trains from Austin Station, Austin, TX to San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Austin Station, Austin, TX to San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Austin Station, Austin, TX to San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 2 trains that leave Austin Station, Austin, TX for San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 117 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 24 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.
421 Texas Eagle7:22 PM3h24Austin Station, Austin, TX10:46 PMSan Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX$241One-way0 transfers
21 Texas Eagle7:22 PM3h24Austin Station, Austin, TX10:46 PMSan Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX$291One-way0 transfers
421 Texas Eagle7:22 PM3h24Austin Station, Austin, TX10:46 PMSan Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX$241One-way0 transfers
21 Texas Eagle7:22 PM3h24Austin Station, Austin, TX10:46 PMSan Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX$291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Austin Station, Austin, TX to San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Austin Station, Austin, TX to San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 72 miles (117 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Austin Station, Austin, TX to San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Austin Station, Austin, TX to San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX costing on average $18 (€15).
Other travel options to San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 25m.
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Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Austin Station, Austin, TX to San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX train times
The table below shows live departures for Austin Station, Austin, TX to San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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21 Texas Eagle | 7:22 PM Austin Station, Austin, TX | 3h24 | 10:46 PM San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Austin Station, Austin, TX to San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX
Trains from Austin Station, Austin, TX to San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 01:42. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (117 km) distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 72 miles (117 km) |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 12:22 AM |
Last train 1:42 AM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Austin Station, Austin, TX to San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Austin Station, Austin, TX and San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX from $12 (€9). 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 Austin Station, Austin, TX to San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Austin Station, Austin, TX to San Antonio Station, San Antonio, 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 San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Austin Station, Austin, TX to San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX
Most Austin Station, Austin, TX to San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX trains use the Austin Station to San Antonio Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Austin Station, Austin, TX and San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Austin Station from Austin city centre
Austin Station is 1 km from Austin city centre. Public transport options include:
Austin Station train station facilities and services
Austin Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Austin Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Austin Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Austin Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Austin Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Austin Station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Driskill, Hotel Ella, Hyatt House Austin/Downtown.
Getting to San Antonio Station from San Antonio city centre
San Antonio Station is 1 km from San Antonio city centre. Public transport options include:
San Antonio Station train station facilities and services
San Antonio Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Station Cafe, Rosario's Mexican Cafe Y Cantina
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at San Antonio Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at San Antonio Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at San Antonio Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at San Antonio Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at San Antonio Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Convention Center, Holiday Inn Express San Antonio N-Riverwalk Area, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Downtown.
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