How much does a train ticket from San Antonio to Washington cost?

The average train ticket price from San Antonio to Washington is $430. The best way to find train tickets from San Antonio to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from San Antonio to Washington?

A train trip between San Antonio and Washington is around 2d 6h, although the fastest train will take about 2d 5h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1384 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between San Antonio and Washington?

The number of trains from San Antonio to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from San Antonio to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from San Antonio to Washington?

When taking the train from San Antonio to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Arlington National Cemetery, Washington National Cathedral, National Gallery of Art, National Museum of American History, United States Capitol.

Train San Antonio to Washington from $198 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Antonio to Washington on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:25am	San Antonio Station	2d 6h	1:47pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 5h	1:10pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	6:25am	San Antonio Station	2d 6h	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 5h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 days, 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $141, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

2d Average Duration

1381 milesDistance

56kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$141 - $481	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 56kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$269 - $1,734	Average Duration2d 6h	CO₂ emissions 203kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5618 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 $269

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 Washington, DC, US by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $398

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $398 to $1,796 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $398 which is on 2025-12-05.