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

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to San Antonio start from $245. The average price for this train route is around $485. 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 Richmond to San Antonio?

The average train ride duration from Richmond to San Antonio is 2d 14h, covering a distance of 1328 miles (2142 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Richmond to San Antonio route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Richmond to San Antonio at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 12:52pm.

Train Richmond to San Antonio from $260 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Richmond to San Antonio on January 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	2d 10h	10:46pm	San Antonio Station	CheapestFastest
Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	2d 10h	10:46pm	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	2d 19h	10:46pm	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	2d 19h	10:46pm	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	2d 19h	10:46pm	San Antonio Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to San Antonio on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	2d 12h	10:16pm	San Antonio Station	CheapestFastest
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	2d 12h	10:16pm	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	2d 12h	10:16pm	San Antonio Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:14 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond 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 1 day, 19 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $111, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

1d 19hAverage Duration

1326 milesDistance

53kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$111 - $576	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 53kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$245 - $2,463	Average Duration2d 14h	CO₂ emissions 195kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,747 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5747 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 $245

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, 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 Richmond to San Antonio?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to San Antonio start from $245. The average price for this train route is around $485. 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 Richmond to San Antonio?
The average train ride duration from Richmond to San Antonio is 2d 14h, covering a distance of 1328 miles (2142 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Richmond to San Antonio route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to San Antonio?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to San Antonio at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 12:52pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/19

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01/20

$321

Today

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01/22

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01/23

$350

01/24

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01/26

$391

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to San Antonio, US was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $321

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

You can expect to pay from $321 to $1,878 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $350 which is on 2026-01-23.