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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Marcos to Barstow
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Barstow. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £171, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in San Marcos, TX, US and Barstow?
Train Companies
Based on 5684 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £206
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Marcos, TX, US to Barstow by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from San Marcos to Barstow?
The cheapest train tickets from San Marcos to Barstow start from £206. The average price for this train route is around £284. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Marcos to Barstow?
The average train journey time from San Marcos to Barstow is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1162 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Marcos to Barstow route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Marcos to Barstow?
The earliest train from San Marcos to Barstow departs at 08:20. And the latest train departs at 19:33.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Marcos, TX, US to Barstow was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of £274To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Marcos, TX, US to Barstow as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £274 to £1,316 for a train ticket from San Marcos, TX, US to Barstow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £274, which is on 2025-12-29.
