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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to San Marcos
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 14 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 871, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in New Orleans and San Marcos, TX, US?
Train Companies
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 R 1 919
Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to San Marcos, TX, 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 New Orleans to San Marcos?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to San Marcos start from R 1 919. The average price for this train route is around R 9 259. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from New Orleans to San Marcos?
The average train journey time from New Orleans to San Marcos is 2d 5h, covering a distance of 758 km. The quickest train can get you there in 23h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New Orleans to San Marcos 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 New Orleans to San Marcos?
The earliest train from New Orleans to San Marcos departs at 09:00. And the latest train departs at 13:45.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New Orleans to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 834To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New Orleans to San Marcos, TX, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 834 to R 28 385 for a train ticket from New Orleans to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 834, which is on 2025-12-13.
