Trains from San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX

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WedMay 1
from US$10
ThuMay 2
FriMay 3
from US$10
SatMay 4
from US$13
SunMay 5
from US$10
MonMay 6
TueMay 7
WedMay 8

Trains leaving Wednesday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Station
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Austin
    Destination location: Austin, TX
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$10
Train San Antonio to Austin: Trip Overview

Train San Antonio to Austin: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$12
Average train trip duration2h 26m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure6:48 AM
Distance117 km
Latest train departure7:00 AM
Please note, this information is subject to change
Train companies

Train companies

US train company: Brightline

San Antonio to Austin Trains

Information about this train trip

Daily Trains1
Earliest and Latest Train Departures6:48AM - 7:00AM
Minimum PriceUS$10
Average Ticket PriceUS$12
Minimum Trip Duration2h23m
Average Train Trip Duration2h26m
Distance117 km
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Antonio - Austin

The average train ticket price from San Antonio to Austin is US$12. The best way to find cheap train tickets from San Antonio to Austin 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!

A train trip between San Antonio and Austin is around 2h 26m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 23m. This is the time it takes to travel the 119 km that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from San Antonio to Austin can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from San Antonio to Austin by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

Find cheapest prices for trains

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04-28
US$8
Today
US$10
04-30
US$9
05-01
US$9
05-02
No data
05-03
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05-04
US$8
05-05
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The cheapest trip from San Antonio to Austin was searched and found on Apr 28, 2024 with a price of US$8

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

You can expect to pay from US$8 to US$10 for a train ticket from San Antonio to Austin based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$8 which is on 2024-05-04.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between San Antonio and Austin is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Austin.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Austin you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between San Antonio and Austin, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from San Antonio to Austin while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel timeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel time1h 45mAvg PriceUS$23Daily Departures29
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel time2h 26mAvg PriceUS$12Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between San Antonio and Austin is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$12 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$10. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Austin, choose the train, as it will take you from San Antonio to Austin in about 1h 45m —that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Austin to San Antonio

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