Train from Boston, MA, US to San Antonio, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Boston to San Antonio on 15 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
San Antonio StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Back Bay Station
San Antonio StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
San Antonio StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
San Antonio StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Back Bay Station
San Antonio StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:59 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to San Antonio

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 2 days, 4 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 283, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
2d 4hAverage duration
2840 kmDistance
71kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 283 - R 10 801Average duration2d 4h
71kg CO₂e
Average priceR 3 405 - R 63 035Average duration2d 10h
258kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to San Antonio, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Boston to San Antonio?

    The cheapest train tickets from Boston to San Antonio start from R 3 405. The average price for this train route is around R 9 496. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Boston to San Antonio?

    The average train journey time from Boston to San Antonio is 2d 10h, covering a distance of 2838 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Boston to San Antonio route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to San Antonio?

    The earliest train from Boston to San Antonio departs at 08:40. And the latest train departs at 12:57.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12/01
R 8 988
13/01
R 6 372
Today
R 8 250
15/01
R 8 284
16/01
R 10 631
17/01
R 8 250
18/01
No data
19/01
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to San Antonio, US was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 6 372

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

You can expect to pay from R 6 372 to R 40 880 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 8 250, which is on 2026-01-17.

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