The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to San Antonio, TX
Cheapest price
$337
Average price
$684
Fastest journey
2 d 11 h 5 m
Average duration
2 d 11 h 51 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
2545 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY 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 New York, NY to San Antonio, TX will cost around $684 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $337.
It's difficult to get from New York, NY to San Antonio, TX without transferring at least once.
19 Crescent · 1 Sunset Limited
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian · 421 Texas Eagle
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian · 21 Texas Eagle
125 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 421 Texas Eagle
125 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 21 Texas Eagle
19 Crescent · 1 Sunset Limited
125 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 421 Texas Eagle
125 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 21 Texas Eagle
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian · 421 Texas Eagle
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian · 21 Texas EagleTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for New York, NY to San Antonio, TX
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to San Antonio, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €92. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €92, and a train costs an average of €222.
Distance: 1581 miles (2545 km)
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€362 Average price | €152 Average price Cheapest | €198 Average price |
53h 17m Average total duration 52h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 1m Average total duration Fastest 5h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 43h 24m Average total duration 42h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New York, NY to San Antonio, TX train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to San Antonio, TX trains for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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51 Cardinal · 21 Texas Eagle | 11:40 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 64h36 | 4:16 AM San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to San Antonio, TX
Trains from New York, NY to San Antonio, TX run on average 4 times per day, taking around 52h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $274 (€222) but you can travel from only $113 (€92) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 15:40. The fastest train covers the 1581 miles (2545 km) distance in 55h 36m.
Distance 1581 miles (2545 km) |
Average train duration 52h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $274 (€222) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 55h 36m |
First train 06:25 |
Last train 15:40 |
Train companies: Amtrak from New York, NY to San Antonio, TX trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New York, NY and San Antonio, TX from $113 (€92). 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 New York, NY to San Antonio, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY 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 New York, NY to San Antonio, TX
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
- 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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