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Compare train, bus, and flight for San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX to Tucson Amtrak Station, Tucson, AZ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX to Tucson Amtrak Station, Tucson, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $105. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $105, and a flight costs an average of $253.
Distance: 765 miles (1232 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$137 Average price Cheapest | $185 Average price | $456 Average price | $176 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 48m Average total duration 18h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 0m Average total duration 16h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration Fastest 6h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX to Tucson Amtrak Station, Tucson, AZ:
A train is $49 (€40) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX to Tucson Amtrak Station, Tucson, AZ costing on average $185 (€152).
A train is $319 (€262) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX to Tucson Amtrak Station, Tucson, AZ costing on average $456 (€374).
Other travel options to Tucson Amtrak Station, Tucson, AZ take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 30m.
Train takes on average 18h 18m.
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Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX to Tucson Amtrak Station, Tucson, AZ by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX to Tucson Amtrak Station, Tucson, AZ
Trains from San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX to Tucson Amtrak Station, Tucson, AZ run on average 2 times per day, taking around 18h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $105 (€86) but you can travel from only $99 (€81) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:45, the last at 08:45. The fastest train covers the 765 miles (1232 km) distance in 18h 15m.
Distance 765 miles (1232 km) |
Average train duration 18h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 (€86) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 18h 15m |
First train 7:45 AM |
Last train 8:45 AM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX to Tucson Amtrak Station, Tucson, AZ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX and Tucson Amtrak Station, Tucson, AZ from $99 (€81). 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 San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX to Tucson Amtrak Station, Tucson, AZ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX to Tucson Amtrak Station, Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson Amtrak Station, Tucson, AZ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX to Tucson Amtrak Station, Tucson, AZ
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station
- Maynards Market & Kitchen
- The Cup Cafe
- Outside the main entrance
- Hotel Congress
- AC Hotel by Marriott Tucson Downtown
- The Downtown Clifton Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- The station is a historic 1907 building with a single platform for the Sunset Limited/Texas Eagle trains.
- Bus: Sun Tran routes available nearby
