Train from San Antonio, US to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for San Antonio to Washington on December 16
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AmtrakTrain
San Antonio Station
Union StationCheapest
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San Antonio Station
Union StationFastest
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San Antonio Station
Union StationNo tags
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San Antonio Station
Union StationNo tags
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San Antonio Station
Union StationNo 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 a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $232, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
1d 17hAverage Duration
2229 kmDistance
56kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$232 - $795Average Duration1d 17h
56kg CO₂e
Average Price$350 - $2,051Average Duration2d 5h
203kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Antonio, US to Washington, DC, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from San Antonio to Washington?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Washington start at $350. The average price for this train route is around $641. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from San Antonio to Washington?

    The average train trip from San Antonio to Washington takes 2d 5h and covers 2232 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the San Antonio to Washington route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Antonio to Washington?

    The earliest train from San Antonio to Washington departs at 6:25am. 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.

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12-10
$1,980
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$1,980
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12-13
$2,298
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$416
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$539
12-17
$337
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $337

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 $337 to $2,749 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 $337 which is on 2025-12-17.

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