The cheapest and fastest trains from Fort Hood, TX to Austin, TX
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fort Hood, 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 Fort Hood, TX to Austin, TX will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 1 trains that leave Fort Hood, TX for Austin, TX on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 3 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 and train for Fort Hood, TX to Austin, TX
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort Hood, TX to Austin, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €30.
Distance: 60 miles (97 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€33 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Fort Hood, TX to Austin, TX train times
The table below shows live departures for Fort Hood, TX to Austin, TX trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8821 AMTRAK · 21 Texas Eagle | 9:00 PM Fort Hood, TX | 3h35 | 12:35 AM Austin Station, Austin, TX | 1 transfer | |
8821 AMTRAK · 421 Texas Eagle | 9:00 PM Fort Hood, TX | 3h50 | 12:50 AM Austin Station, Austin, TX | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fort Hood, TX to Austin, TX
Trains from Fort Hood, TX to Austin, TX run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 09:24, the last at 09:24. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (97 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 60 miles (97 km) |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 09:24 |
Last train 09:24 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fort Hood, TX to Austin, TX trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fort Hood, TX and Austin, TX from $16 (€13). 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 Fort Hood, TX to Austin, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort Hood, 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 Fort Hood, 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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