The cheapest and fastest trains from San Antonio, TX to Tucson, AZ
Cheapest price
$184
Average price
$184
Fastest journey
18 h 15 m
Average duration
18 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1226 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Antonio, TX to Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson, AZ will cost around $184 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $184.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Antonio, TX for Tucson, AZ on Sun, Jan 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 11 the direct trains cover the 1226 km distance in an average of 18 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 h 15 m .
On Sun, Jan 11 the slowest trains will take 18 h 15 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 train, bus, and flight for San Antonio, TX to Tucson, AZ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Antonio, TX to Tucson, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €60, and a flight costs an average of €102.
Distance: 761 miles (1226 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€113 Average price | €90 Average price Cheapest | €276 Average price |
18h 46m Average total duration 18h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 25m Average total duration 17h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Antonio, TX to Tucson, AZ
Trains from San Antonio, TX to Tucson, AZ run on average 2 times per day, taking around 18h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $125 (€101) but you can travel from only $75 (€60) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:45, the last at 08:53. The fastest train covers the 761 miles (1226 km) distance in 18h 15m.
Distance 761 miles (1226 km) |
Average train duration 18h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $125 (€101) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 18h 15m |
First train 02:45 |
Last train 08:53 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Antonio, TX to Tucson, AZ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Antonio, TX and Tucson, AZ from $75 (€60). 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 Tucson, AZ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Antonio, TX to 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, AZ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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