The cheapest and fastest trains from Waco, TX to Austin, TX
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Waco, TX to Austin, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Waco, TX to Austin, TX will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 2 trains that leave Waco, TX for Austin, TX on Fri, Mar 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 20 the direct trains cover the 154 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
On Fri, Mar 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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 bus and train for Waco, TX to Austin, TX
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Waco, TX to Austin, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, and a bus costs an average of $22.
Distance: 95 miles (154 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$23 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price |
3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Waco, TX to Austin, TX train times
The table below shows live departures for Waco, TX to Austin, TX trains for today, Thursday, March 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:52 PM Waco, TX | 2h43 | 12:35 AM Austin, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:20 PM Waco, TX | 2h47 | 1:07 AM Austin, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Waco, TX to Austin, TX
Trains from Waco, TX to Austin, TX run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:24, the last at 18:22. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (154 km) distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 95 miles (154 km) |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 09:24 |
Last train 18:22 |
Cheapest month Apr |
Cheapest day Sat |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Mon |
Least busy day Sat |
Best day to book ahead 49 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Waco, TX to Austin, TX trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Waco, TX and Austin, TX from $13 (€11). 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 Waco, TX to Austin, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Waco, TX to Austin, 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 Austin, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Waco, TX to Austin, TX
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free for passengers
- The Driskill
- Hotel Ella
- Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is a single-level facility with an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Capital Metro routes available
- Train: Served by Amtrak's Texas Eagle
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