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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Sacramento Valley Station | San Marcos Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Sacramento Valley Station | San Marcos Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 7:01 PM PST.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Sacramento to San Marcos
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 44 minutes and with fares starting at just R 4 788, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5650 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 7 041
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, US to San Marcos, TX, 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 Sacramento to San Marcos?
The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to San Marcos start from R 5 259. The average price for this train route is around R 5 259. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sacramento to San Marcos?
The average train journey time from Sacramento to San Marcos is 2d , covering a distance of 2364 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Sacramento 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 Sacramento to San Marcos?
The earliest train from Sacramento to San Marcos departs at 06:48. And the latest train departs at 06:48.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 8 487To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Sacramento, US to San Marcos, TX, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 8 487 to R 26 424 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 8 487, which is on 2025-12-16.
