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The cheapest and fastest trains from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$18

Average price

$18

Fastest journey

3 h 26 m

Average duration

3 h 26 m

Trains per day

Distance

118 km

Cheap tickets

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 $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Austin, TX for San Antonio, TX on Sun, Jul 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 13 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 Sun, Jul 13 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.

21 Texas Eagle

06:50PM3h26

Austin Station, Austin, TX

10:16PMSan Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX

$181One-way

0 transfers

Travel 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 46m. 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 €12.

Distance: 73 miles (118 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus
€12 Average price Cheapest	€18 Average price
4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
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

Showing trains for today, Saturday, July 12

Last updated at 12:43 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
21 Texas Eagle	11:50 PM Austin Station, Austin, TX	3h26	3:16 AM San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX	0 transfersDirect
421 Texas Eagle	11:50 PM Austin Station, Austin, TX	3h26	3:16 AM San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX?

The best time to book your train from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX is 7 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX.

Trains

from $9

Buses

from $17

Journey information

Overview: Train from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX

USA

Trains from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

73 miles (118 km)

Average train duration

3h 53m

Cheapest ticket price

$12 (€10)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

3h 26m

First train

06:48

Last train

20:10

Price information

Train companies: Amtrak from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX trains

Amtrak trains will get you between Austin, TX and San Antonio, TX from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Train information from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 3 h 25 min
Cheapest Price: $11
Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX

FAQs: Travel by train from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX.

Cheap train tickets from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX can start from as little as $11 (€9) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX is $13 (€10); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX train travel time is 3 h 26 min for the 73 mile (118 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX leaves at 6: 48 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX leaves at 7: 30 PM.

Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to San Antonio, TX. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to San Antonio, TX from Austin, TX and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 30 PM.

A trip to San Antonio, TX from Austin, TX is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 26 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX is August.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX including taking a train or bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX

Austin

San Antonio

The major train station for departures in Austin is Austin Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Austin Station for your trip from Austin to San Antonio.

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