How much is the train ticket from El Paso to San Antonio?

The cheapest train tickets from El Paso to San Antonio start from R 1 847. The average price for this train route is around R 2 241. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from El Paso to San Antonio?

The average train journey time from El Paso to San Antonio is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 811 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12h 15m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the El Paso to San Antonio 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 Antonio?

The earliest train from El Paso to San Antonio departs at 15:45. And the latest train departs at 15:45.

Train El Paso to San Antonio from R 1 764 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from El Paso to San Antonio on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:45	Union Depot	12h 15m	05:00	San Antonio Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:45	Union Depot	12h 15m	05:00	San Antonio Station	No tags

Next departures from El Paso to San Antonio on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:45	Union Depot	12h 15m	05:00	San Antonio Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:45	Union Depot	12h 15m	05:00	San Antonio Station	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 847, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

12h 15mAverage duration

811 kmDistance

74kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 214 - R 5 519	Average duration16h 45m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 847 - R 2 688	Average duration12h 15m	CO₂ emissions 74kg 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 1 847

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from El Paso, US 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 El Paso to San Antonio?
The cheapest train tickets from El Paso to San Antonio start from R 1 847. The average price for this train route is around R 2 241. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from El Paso to San Antonio?
The average train journey time from El Paso to San Antonio is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 811 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the El Paso to San Antonio 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 Antonio?
The earliest train from El Paso to San Antonio departs at 15:45. And the latest train departs at 15:45.

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

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The cheapest trip from El Paso, US to San Antonio, US was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 764

To 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 Antonio, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 764 to R 8 975 for a train ticket from El Paso, US to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 764, which is on 2025-12-15.