Trains tickets from St Louis to San Marcos (TX), US

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TodayJun 3
from US$160
TomorrowJun 4
from US$160
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 4 at
    Departure city: St Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: June 5 at
    Destination city: San Marcos
    Destination location: San Marcos Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 4 at
    Departure city: St Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: June 5 at
    Destination city: San Marcos
    Destination location: San Marcos Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from St Louis to San Marcos

Average PriceUS$159 - US$159Average Duration1d 5h
30kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$210 - US$210Average Duration23h 51m
110kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from St Louis to San Marcos

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 5hAverage Duration
US$159Cheapest ticket
30kgCO₂ emissions

Train St Louis to San Marcos: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$210
Average train trip duration23h 51m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure7:42pm
Distance1204 km

St Louis to San Marcos Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip St Louis - San Marcos (TX), US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from St Louis to San Marcos cost?

    The average train ticket price from St Louis to San Marcos is US$210. The best way to find cheap train tickets from St Louis to San Marcos 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!

  2. How long is the trip from St Louis to San Marcos?

    A train trip between St Louis and San Marcos is around 23h 51m, although the fastest train will take about 23h 51m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1213 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between St Louis and San Marcos?

    The number of trains from St Louis to San Marcos 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 St Louis to San Marcos by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
06-01
US$153
06-02
US$125
Today
US$153
06-04
US$153
06-05
US$125
06-06
US$153
06-07
US$153
06-08
US$125
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St Louis to San Marcos was searched and found on Jun 2, 2025 with a price of US$125

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

You can expect to pay from US$125 to US$541 for a train ticket from St Louis to San Marcos based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$125 which is on 2025-06-05.

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to San Marcos, 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 St Louis and San Marcos, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from St Louis to San Marcos, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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