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

The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Houston start from $39. The average price for this train route is around $54. 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 Houston?

The average train ride duration from San Antonio to Houston is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 189 miles (304 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Antonio to Houston 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 Houston?

The earliest train departs from San Antonio to Houston at 6:25am. And the latest train departs at 6:25am.

Train San Antonio to Houston from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Antonio to Houston on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:25am	San Antonio Station	4h 45m	11:10am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:25am	San Antonio Station	4h 45m	11:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Houston on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:25am	San Antonio Station	4h 45m	11:10am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:25am	San Antonio Station	4h 45m	11:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Houston on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:25am	San Antonio Station	4h 45m	11:10am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:25am	San Antonio Station	4h 45m	11:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:34 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day

3h 45mAverage Duration

196 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $145	Average Duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$39 - $54	Average Duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users have reported a positive travel experience, highlighting the journey as quick and easy. The trip was also noted for being fairly comfortable, with some users appreciating that it arrived earlier than expected. Overall, these aspects contributed to an enjoyable travel experience according to multiple reviews.

Amtrak San Antonio Houston recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the trip. It was actually early so kudos to them for getting me here faster

Crystal E.

October 22, 2025

Honestly a much better experience than I planned it was quick easy and fairly comfortable

Michael K.

November 27, 2022

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Antonio, US to Houston, 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 Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Houston start from $39. The average price for this train route is around $54. 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 Houston?
The average train ride duration from San Antonio to Houston is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 189 miles (304 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Antonio to Houston 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 Houston?
The earliest train departs from San Antonio to Houston at 6:25am. And the latest train departs at 6:25am.

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The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $51

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 Houston, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $51 to $378 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-12-14.