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

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to San Antonio start from $119. The average price for this train route is around $397. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average train ride duration from Birmingham to San Antonio is 3d 4h, covering a distance of 742 miles (1196 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Birmingham to San Antonio route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to San Antonio?

The earliest train departs from Birmingham to San Antonio at 1:03pm. And the latest train departs at 5:24pm.

Train Birmingham to San Antonio from $141 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Birmingham to San Antonio on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:03pm	Birmingham Station	1d 11h	12:05am	San Antonio Station	CheapestFastest
Train	1:03pm	Birmingham Station	1d 11h	12:05am	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	3d 5h	10:46pm	San Antonio Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to San Antonio on January 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:03pm	Birmingham Station	1d 11h	12:05am	San Antonio Station	CheapestFastest
Train	1:03pm	Birmingham Station	1d 11h	12:05am	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	3d 5h	10:46pm	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	3d 5h	10:46pm	San Antonio Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to San Antonio

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

21h 10mAverage Duration

741 milesDistance

30kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$107 - $344	Average Duration21h 10m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$119 - $2,434	Average Duration3d 4h	CO₂ emissions 109kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,738 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5738 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $119

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham, US to San Antonio, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to San Antonio?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to San Antonio start from $119. The average price for this train route is around $397. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to San Antonio?
The average train ride duration from Birmingham to San Antonio is 3d 4h, covering a distance of 742 miles (1196 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Birmingham to San Antonio route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to San Antonio?
The earliest train departs from Birmingham to San Antonio at 1:03pm. And the latest train departs at 5:24pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$141

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The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to San Antonio, US was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $141

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

You can expect to pay from $141 to $1,559 for a train ticket from Birmingham, US to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $141 which is on 2026-01-16.