How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to San Antonio?

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to San Antonio start from R 2 688. The average price for this train route is around R 3 941. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to San Antonio?

The average train journey time from Los Angeles to San Antonio is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1935 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to San Antonio route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to San Antonio?

The earliest train from Los Angeles to San Antonio departs at 22:00. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Train Los Angeles to San Antonio from R 3 165 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to San Antonio on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	22:00	Union Station	1d 5h	05:00	San Antonio Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	22:00	Union Station	1d 5h	05:00	San Antonio Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:23 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to San Antonio

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours and with fares starting at just R 2 688, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 5hAverage duration

1935 kmDistance

176kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 940 - R 9 462	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 688 - R 6 858	Average duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 176kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 R 2 688

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, 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.

How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to San Antonio?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to San Antonio start from R 2 688. The average price for this train route is around R 3 941. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to San Antonio?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to San Antonio is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1935 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to San Antonio route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to San Antonio?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to San Antonio departs at 22:00. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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R 4 514

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R 3 165

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The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to San Antonio, US was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 165

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 165 to R 15 616 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 165, which is on 2025-12-14.