Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | 30th Street Station | San Antonio Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | San Antonio Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | San Antonio Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | San Antonio Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | San Antonio Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to San Antonio
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5755 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £168
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to San Antonio, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Philadelphia to San Antonio?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to San Antonio start from £168. The average price for this train route is around £289. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to San Antonio?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to San Antonio is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 1501 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to San Antonio route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to San Antonio?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to San Antonio departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 15:38.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to San Antonio, US was searched and found on 2 Feb 2026 with a price of £208To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to San Antonio, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £208 to £1,176 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £208, which is on 2026-02-05.
