The cheapest and fastest trains from Austin, TX to Waco, TX
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Austin, TX to Waco, 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 Waco, TX will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 2 trains that leave Austin, TX for Waco, TX on Mon, May 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct trains cover the 154 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest trains will take 2 h 21 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.
2:26 PM2h21Austin, TX4:47 PMWaco, TX$171One-way0 transfers
3:26 PM2h21Austin, TX5:47 PMWaco, TX$261One-way0 transfers
3:26 PM2h21Austin, TX5:47 PMWaco, TX$261One-way0 transfers
2:26 PM2h21Austin, TX4:47 PMWaco, TX$171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Austin, TX to Waco, TX
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Austin, TX to Waco, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, and a bus costs an average of $20.
Distance: 95 miles (154 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m 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, TX to Waco, TX:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Austin, TX to Waco, TX costing on average $32 (€26).
Other travel options to Waco, TX take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 21m.
Tickets start at around $22 (€17) compared to roughly $21 (€17) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-0.27 (€-0.22). The journey takes 2h 21m versus 1h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
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, TX to Waco, TX train times
The table below shows live departures for Austin, TX to Waco, TX trains for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
22 Texas Eagle | 9:26 AM Austin Station, Austin, TX | 2h21 | 11:47 AM McGregor Station, McGregor, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
422 Texas Eagle | 9:26 AM Austin Station, Austin, TX | 2h21 | 11:47 AM McGregor Station, McGregor, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Austin, TX to Waco, TX
Trains from Austin, TX to Waco, TX run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:24, the last at 18:22. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (154 km) distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 95 miles (154 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 9:24 AM |
Last train 6:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Austin, TX to Waco, TX trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Austin, TX and Waco, TX from $13 (€11). 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 Waco, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Austin, TX to Waco, 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 Waco, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Austin, TX to Waco, 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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