Trains tickets from San Marcos (TX), US to Austin (TX), US

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Today16 May
Tomorrow17 May
from US$12
Sun18 May
Mon19 May
from US$10
Tue20 May
from US$10
Wed21 May
from US$10
Thu22 May
from US$10
Fri23 May
from US$12

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 17 May at
    Departure city: San Marcos
    Departure location: San Marcos Station
    Arrival time: 17 May at
    Destination city: Austin
    Destination location: Austin, TX
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 May at
    Departure city: San Marcos
    Departure location: San Marcos Station
    Arrival time: 17 May at
    Destination city: Austin
    Destination location: Austin, TX
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Marcos to Austin

Average priceUS$17 - US$59Average duration35m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$12 - US$18Average duration54m
4kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
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busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Marcos to Austin

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 54 minutes and with fares starting at just US$12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
54mAverage duration
US$12Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Train San Marcos to Austin: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$12
Average train trip duration54m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure08:20
Distance30 miles

San Marcos to Austin Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Marcos - Austin

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

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

  2. How long is the train trip from San Marcos to Austin?

    A train trip between San Marcos and Austin is around 54m, although the fastest train will take about 54m. This is the time it takes to travel the 34 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between San Marcos and Austin?

    The number of trains from San Marcos 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 Marcos to Austin 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
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15/05
US$10
Today
US$12
17/05
US$12
18/05
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19/05
US$10
20/05
US$10
21/05
US$10
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Marcos to Austin was searched and found on 15 May 2025 with a price of US$10

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

You can expect to pay from US$10 to US$186 for a train ticket from San Marcos to Austin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$10, which is on 2025-05-19.

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Austin, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

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

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between San Marcos 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$12. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Austin, choose the train, as it will take you from San Marcos to Austin in about 35m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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