Trains tickets from Philadelphia (PA) to San Antonio (TX), US

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Today16 Jun
Tomorrow17 Jun
Wed18 Jun
Thu19 Jun
from US$490
Fri20 Jun
Sat21 Jun
from US$533
Sun22 Jun
from US$640
Mon23 Jun

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 19 June at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: San Antonio
    Destination location: San Antonio Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 19 June at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: San Antonio
    Destination location: San Antonio Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 19 June at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: San Antonio
    Destination location: San Antonio Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 19 June at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: San Antonio
    Destination location: San Antonio Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 19 June at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: San Antonio
    Destination location: San Antonio Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to San Antonio

Average priceUS$107 - US$544Average duration1d 23h
61kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$306 - US$1,181Average duration2d 10h
220kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Philadelphia to San Antonio

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 1 day, 23 hours and with fares starting at just US$107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20.307692307692307bus per day
1d 23hAverage duration
US$107Cheapest ticket
61kgCO₂ emissions

Train Philadelphia to San Antonio: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$537
Average train trip duration2d 10h
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure08:15
Distance1501 miles
Latest train departure15:38

Philadelphia to San Antonio Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia (PA) - San Antonio (TX), US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia to San Antonio cost?

    The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to San Antonio is US$537. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Philadelphia to San Antonio is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Philadelphia to San Antonio?

    A train trip between Philadelphia and San Antonio is around 2d 10h, although the fastest train will take about 2d 9h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1504 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Philadelphia and San Antonio?

    The number of trains from Philadelphia to San Antonio can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Philadelphia to San Antonio by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
14/06
US$366
15/06
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Today
US$390
17/06
No data
18/06
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19/06
US$472
20/06
US$339
21/06
US$513
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia to San Antonio was searched and found on 20 Jun 2025 with a price of US$339

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia to San Antonio as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$339 to US$1,977 for a train ticket from Philadelphia to San Antonio based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$339, which is on 2025-06-20.

About Train Travel

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to San Antonio, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Philadelphia and San Antonio, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Philadelphia to San Antonio.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

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