How much is the train ticket from Chicago to San Antonio?

The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to San Antonio start from R 2 074. The average price for this train route is around R 2 770. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Chicago to San Antonio?

The average train journey time from Chicago to San Antonio is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1694 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Chicago to San Antonio route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to San Antonio?

The earliest train from Chicago to San Antonio departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 16:22.

Train Chicago to San Antonio from R 1 984 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Chicago to San Antonio on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 12h	22:16	San Antonio Station	Cheapest
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 8h	22:16	San Antonio Station	Fastest
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 8h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 12h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to San Antonio on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 8h	22:16	San Antonio Station	CheapestFastest
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 8h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to San Antonio on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	Cheapest
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 8h	22:16	San Antonio Station	Fastest
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 8h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to San Antonio on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	Cheapest
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 8h	22:16	San Antonio Station	Fastest
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 8h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to San Antonio on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	Cheapest
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 8h	22:16	San Antonio Station	Fastest
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 8h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to San Antonio on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	Cheapest
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 8h	22:16	San Antonio Station	Fastest
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 8h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to San Antonio on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 12h	22:16	San Antonio Station	Cheapest
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 8h	22:16	San Antonio Station	Fastest
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 8h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to San Antonio on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	Cheapest
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 8h	22:16	San Antonio Station	Fastest
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 8h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 15h	22:16	San Antonio Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to San Antonio

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 753, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

42bus per day

1d 4hAverage duration

1681 kmDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 753 - R 10 125	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 074 - R 11 194	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 154kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 R 2 074

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to San Antonio, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Chicago to San Antonio?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to San Antonio start from R 2 074. The average price for this train route is around R 2 770. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to San Antonio?
The average train journey time from Chicago to San Antonio is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1694 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to San Antonio route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to San Antonio?
The earliest train from Chicago to San Antonio departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 16:22.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 4 122

11/12

R 3 967

Today

R 4 329

13/12

R 6 053

14/12

R 4 553

15/12

R 3 122

16/12

R 2 829

17/12

R 3 311

The cheapest trip from Chicago to San Antonio, US was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 829

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 829 to R 18 193 for a train ticket from Chicago to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 829, which is on 2025-12-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to San Antonio, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 4h	Avg priceR 3 383	Daily departures42
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d 12h	Avg priceR 2 770	Daily departures3

The best way to travel between Chicago and San Antonio, 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 R 2 770 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 2 074. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Antonio, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to San Antonio, US in about 1d 4h – that's the fastest way to get there!