The cheapest and fastest trains from San Marcos, TX to Fort Worth, TX
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$136
Fastest journey
5 h 31 m
Average duration
5 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
321 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Marcos, TX to Fort Worth, 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 Fort Worth, TX will cost around $136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 2 trains that leave San Marcos, TX for Fort Worth, TX on Wed, Mar 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 18 the direct trains cover the 321 km distance in an average of 5 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 31 m .
On Wed, Mar 18 the slowest trains will take 5 h 35 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 Marcos, TX to Fort Worth, TX
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Marcos, TX to Fort Worth, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $53.
Distance: 199 miles (321 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$45 Average price Cheapest | $90 Average price | $284 Average price |
6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Marcos, TX to Fort Worth, TX train times
The table below shows live departures for San Marcos, TX to Fort Worth, TX trains for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
422 Texas Eagle | 1:22 PM San Marcos Station, San Marcos, TX | 5h35 | 6:57 PM Fort Worth Central Station, Fort Worth, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
22 Texas Eagle | 1:22 PM San Marcos Station, San Marcos, TX | 5h35 | 6:57 PM Fort Worth Central Station, Fort Worth, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Marcos, TX to Fort Worth, TX
Trains from San Marcos, TX to Fort Worth, TX run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:20, the last at 16:32. The fastest train covers the 199 miles (321 km) distance in 5h 31m.
Distance 199 miles (321 km) |
Average train duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 31m |
First train 08:20 |
Last train 16:32 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Marcos, TX to Fort Worth, TX trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Marcos, TX and Fort Worth, TX from $22 (€18). 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 Marcos, TX to Fort Worth, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Marcos, TX to Fort Worth, 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 Fort Worth, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Marcos, TX to Fort Worth, TX
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Jones Street.
- Reata Restaurant
- Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Ashton Hotel
- Omni Fort Worth Hotel
- Sheraton Fort Worth Downtown Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Dallas and DFW Airport
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Trinity Railway Express, TEXRail
- Amtrak services
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