The cheapest and fastest trains from San Francisco, CA to San Antonio, TX
Cheapest price
$462
Average price
$462
Fastest journey
3 d 13 h 46 m
Average duration
3 d 13 h 46 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
2394 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Francisco, CA 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 San Francisco, CA to San Antonio, TX will cost around $462 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $462.
It's difficult to get from San Francisco, CA to San Antonio, TX without transferring at least 3 times.
6624 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr · 5521 AMTRAK · 21 Texas Eagle
6624 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr · 5521 AMTRAK · 21 Texas EagleTravel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to San Antonio, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €441. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €441, and a bus costs an average of €519.
Distance: 1487 miles (2394 km)
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€441 Average price Cheapest | €519 Average price |
48h 2m Average total duration Fastest 47h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 60h 35m Average total duration 60h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Francisco, CA to San Antonio, TX train times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to San Antonio, TX trains for tomorrow, Monday, February 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6624 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr · 5521 AMTRAK · 21 Texas Eagle | 3:00 PM San Francisco, CA | 85h46 | 4:46 AM San Antonio Station, San Antonio, TX | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Francisco, CA to San Antonio, TX
Trains from San Francisco, CA to San Antonio, TX run on average 4 times per day, taking around 47h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $557 (€441) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:45, the last at 09:46. The fastest train covers the 1487 miles (2394 km) distance in 44h 5m.
Distance 1487 miles (2394 km) |
Average train duration 47h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $557 (€441) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 44h 5m |
First train 02:45 |
Last train 09:46 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Caltrain from San Francisco, CA to San Antonio, TX trainsAmtrak, Caltrain trains will get you between San Francisco, CA and San Antonio, TX from $557 (€441). 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 Francisco, CA to San Antonio, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA 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 San Francisco, CA to San Antonio, 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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