Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Union Depot | San Marcos Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Depot | San Marcos Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Depot | San Marcos Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Depot | San Marcos Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Depot | San Marcos Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from El Paso to San Marcos
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 15 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5615 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 £83
Frequently asked questions about travelling from El Paso, US to San Marcos, TX, US 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 El Paso to San Marcos?
The cheapest train tickets from El Paso to San Marcos start from £83. The average price for this train route is around £105. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from El Paso to San Marcos?
The average train journey time from El Paso to San Marcos is 15h 35m, covering a distance of 523 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 15h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the El Paso to San Marcos route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from El Paso to San Marcos?
The earliest train from El Paso to San Marcos departs at 15:45. And the latest train departs at 15:45.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from El Paso, US to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £100To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from El Paso, US to San Marcos, TX, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £100 to £443 for a train ticket from El Paso, US to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £100, which is on 2025-12-01.
What's the cheapest way to go from El Paso, US to San Marcos, TX, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between El Paso, US and San Marcos, TX, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £105 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £83. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Marcos, TX, US, choose the train, as it will take you from El Paso, US to San Marcos, TX, US in about 15h 35m – that's the fastest way to get there!
