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

The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Indianapolis start from $156. The average price for this train route is around $243. 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 Indianapolis?

The average train ride duration from San Antonio to Indianapolis is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 997 miles (1608 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Antonio to Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?

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

Train San Antonio to Indianapolis from $171 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Antonio to Indianapolis on November 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	1d 16h	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for San Antonio to Indianapolis on December 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	1d 16h	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 16h	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:55 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $126, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

998 milesDistance

40kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$126 - $418	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$156 - $774	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 146kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5608 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 $156

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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Indianapolis start from $156. The average price for this train route is around $243. 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 Indianapolis?
The average train ride duration from San Antonio to Indianapolis is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 997 miles (1608 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Antonio to Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?
The earliest train departs from San Antonio to Indianapolis 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

11/25

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11/26

$886

Today

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11/28

$1,001

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12/01

$349

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The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Indianapolis was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $349

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 Indianapolis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $349 to $1,001 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $349 which is on 2025-12-01.