Train from Raleigh to Austin, TX, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Raleigh to Austin on 6 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Austin, TXCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Austin, TXNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Austin, TXNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:54 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Raleigh to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 987, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
1d 10hAverage duration
1887 kmDistance
47kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 987 - R 10 587Average duration1d 10h
47kg CO₂e
Average priceR 3 932 - R 49 536Average duration3d 2h
171kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Raleigh to Austin, 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Raleigh to Austin?

    The cheapest train tickets from Raleigh to Austin start from R 3 932. The average price for this train route is around R 7 157. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Raleigh to Austin?

    The average train journey time from Raleigh to Austin is 3d 2h, covering a distance of 1881 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Raleigh to Austin route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Raleigh to Austin?

    The earliest train from Raleigh to Austin departs at 09:17. And the latest train departs at 17:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
03/12
R 7 539
04/12
R 6 895
Today
R 9 053
06/12
R 19 168
07/12
R 8 131
08/12
No data
09/12
R 4 005
10/12
R 4 718
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Raleigh to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 005

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

You can expect to pay from R 4 005 to R 30 118 for a train ticket from Raleigh to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 005, which is on 2025-12-09.

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