- Must visit
Dallas Museum of Art
One of the largest art museums in the US, known for global collections, major exhibitions, and strong free general admission.
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
7 h 1 m
Average duration
7 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Marcos, TX to Dallas, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Marcos, TX to Dallas, TX will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 2 trains that leave San Marcos, TX for Dallas, TX on Thu, Aug 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 340 km distance in an average of 7 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 1 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 7 h 1 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Marcos, TX to Dallas, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $91.
Distance: 211 miles (340 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$51 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $266 Average price | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Marcos, TX to Dallas, TX:
A bus is $0.50 (€0.41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Marcos, TX to Dallas, TX costing on average $51 (€42).
A bus is $215 (€175) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Marcos, TX to Dallas, TX costing on average $266 (€216).
Other travel options to Dallas, TX take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 29m.
Train takes on average 7h 0m.
Tickets start at around $51 (€42) compared to roughly $47 (€38) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-4.42 (€-3.60). The journey takes 7h 0m versus 3h 26m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for San Marcos, TX to Dallas, TX trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
22 Texas Eagle | 8:22 AM San Marcos Station, San Marcos, TX | 7h01 | 3:23 PM Union Station, Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from San Marcos, TX to Dallas, TX run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:20, the last at 14:30. The fastest train covers the 211 miles (340 km) distance in 7h 1m.
Distance 211 miles (340 km) |
Average train duration 7h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 1m |
First train 8:20 AM |
Last train 2:30 PM |
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Cafes often have tip jars or prompts; $1-2 is common.
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Most San Marcos, TX to Dallas, TX trains use the San Marcos Station to Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare San Marcos, TX and Dallas, TX train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
San Marcos Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink options are available at San Marcos Station.
Available at San Marcos Station: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Marcos Station.
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Union Station Wolfgang Puck, The French Room
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station.
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Regency Dallas, Omni Dallas Hotel, The Adolphus, Autograph Collection.
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