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

The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Austin start from $13. The average price for this train route is around $13. 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 San Antonio to Austin?

The average train ride duration from San Antonio to Austin is 2h 28m, covering a distance of 73 miles (118 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 28m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Antonio to Austin 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 San Antonio to Austin?

The earliest train departs from San Antonio to Austin at 6:48am. And the latest train departs at 6:48am.

Train San Antonio to Austin from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Antonio to Austin on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	2h 28m	9:16am	Austin, TX	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	2h 28m	9:16am	Austin, TX	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Austin on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	2h 28m	9:16am	Austin, TX	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	2h 28m	9:16am	Austin, TX	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Austin on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	2h 28m	9:16am	Austin, TX	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	2h 28m	9:16am	Austin, TX	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Austin on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	2h 28m	9:16am	Austin, TX	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	2h 28m	9:16am	Austin, TX	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Austin on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	2h 28m	9:16am	Austin, TX	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	2h 28m	9:16am	Austin, TX	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Austin on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	2h 28m	9:16am	Austin, TX	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	2h 28m	9:16am	Austin, TX	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Austin on February 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	2h 28m	9:16am	Austin, TX	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	2h 28m	9:16am	Austin, TX	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio to Austin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 2 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

2h 28mAverage Duration

73 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $80	Average Duration1h 35m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$13 - $233	Average Duration2h 28m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5750 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 $13

Amtrak San Antonio Austin recent customer reviews

Easy access and entry. Comfortable surroundings and clear instructions. Certainly helps a traveller who is easily lost.

Mark S.

November 22, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Antonio, US to Austin, TX, 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 San Antonio to Austin?
The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Austin start from $13. The average price for this train route is around $13. 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 San Antonio to Austin?
The average train ride duration from San Antonio to Austin is 2h 28m, covering a distance of 73 miles (118 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 28m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Antonio to Austin 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 San Antonio to Austin?
The earliest train departs from San Antonio to Austin at 6:48am. And the latest train departs at 6:48am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/24

$13

01/25

$11

Today

$13

01/27

$11

01/28

$13

01/29

$13

01/30

$11

01/31

$13

The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Jan 25, 2026 with a price of $11

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

You can expect to pay from $11 to $83 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2026-01-27.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Antonio, US to Austin, TX, US?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1h 35m	Avg Price$22	Daily Departures34
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 28m	Avg Price$13	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between San Antonio, US and Austin, TX, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $13 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $13. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Austin, TX, US, choose the train, as it will take you from San Antonio, US to Austin, TX, US in about 1h 35m - that's the fastest way to get there!