How much does a train ticket cost from San Marcos to Barstow?

The cheapest train tickets from San Marcos to Barstow start from £208. The average price for this train route is around £287. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from San Marcos to Barstow?

The average train journey time from San Marcos to Barstow is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1162 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Marcos to Barstow route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Marcos to Barstow?

The earliest train from San Marcos to Barstow departs at 08:20. And the latest train departs at 19:33.

Train San Marcos to Barstow from £208 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from San Marcos to Barstow on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:20	San Marcos Station	2d 21h	03:38	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	19:33	San Marcos Station	2d 3h	21:02	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	20:53	San Marcos Station	2d 2h	21:02	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	08:20	San Marcos Station	2d 21h	03:38	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	08:20	San Marcos Station	2d 21h	03:38	Barstow Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Marcos to Barstow

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Barstow. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £173, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 16hAverage duration

1160 milesDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£173 - £262	Average duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£208 - £440	Average duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 170kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in San Marcos, TX, US and Barstow?

San Marcos, TX, US

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San Marcos Station
338 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
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Barstow

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Travel Center
1611 E Main St, Barstow, CA 92311, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5641 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 £208

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Marcos, TX, US to Barstow 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 San Marcos to Barstow?
The cheapest train tickets from San Marcos to Barstow start from £208. The average price for this train route is around £287. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Marcos to Barstow?
The average train journey time from San Marcos to Barstow is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1162 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Marcos to Barstow route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Marcos to Barstow?
The earliest train from San Marcos to Barstow departs at 08:20. And the latest train departs at 19:33.