The cheapest and fastest trains from San Antonio, TX to Temple, TX
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Antonio, TX to Temple, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Antonio, TX to Temple, TX will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Antonio, TX for Temple, TX on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 216 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 4 h 30 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.
12:48 PM4h30San Antonio, TX5:18 PMTemple, TX$291One-way0 transfers
12:48 PM4h30San Antonio, TX5:18 PMTemple, TX$291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for San Antonio, TX to Temple, TX
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Antonio, TX to Temple, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $30.
Distance: 134 miles (216 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $37 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 1m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m 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 San Antonio, TX to Temple, TX:
A train is $9 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Antonio, TX to Temple, TX costing on average $37 (€30).
Other travel options to Temple, TX take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 31m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
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.
Live departures
San Antonio, TX to Temple, TX train times
The table below shows live departures for San Antonio, TX to Temple, TX trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:48 PM San Antonio, TX | 4h30 | 5:18 PM Temple, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Antonio, TX to Temple, TX
Trains from San Antonio, TX to Temple, TX run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:48, the last at 19:05. The fastest train covers the 134 miles (216 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 134 miles (216 km) |
Average train duration 4h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 6:48 AM |
Last train 7:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Antonio, TX to Temple, TX trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Antonio, TX and Temple, TX from $20 (€16). 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, TX to Temple, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Antonio, TX to Temple, 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 Temple, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Antonio, TX to Temple, TX
- 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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