The cheapest and fastest trains from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Austin, TX to 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, TX to San Antonio, TX will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 1 trains that leave Austin, TX for San Antonio, TX on Fri, Nov 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 21 the direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
On Fri, Nov 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 26 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.
1021 Texas Eagle
1021 Texas EagleTravel Information
Compare train and bus for Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €10.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€11 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price |
4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX train times
The table below shows live departures for Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 21. 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 | 12:50 AM Austin Station, Austin, TX | 3h26 | 4:16 AM San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX
Trains from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:48, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average train duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 06:48 |
Last train 20:10 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Austin, TX and San Antonio, TX from $12 (€10). 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, TX to San Antonio, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Austin, TX to 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, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Austin, TX to San Antonio, 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- The Station Cafe
- Rosario's Mexican Cafe Y Cantina
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $1.50
- Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Convention Center
- Holiday Inn Express San Antonio N-Riverwalk Area
- La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Hall 3: parking and taxi area
- Bus: VIA Metropolitan Transit routes 26, 30, 36, 42, 70, 96
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