Train from New York City to San Antonio, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from New York City to San Antonio on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
San Antonio StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
San Antonio StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
San Antonio StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
San Antonio StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
San Antonio StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City 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, 1 hour 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 502, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

55bus per day
2d 1hAverage duration
2561 kmDistance
64kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 502 - R 13 734Average duration2d 1h
64kg CO₂e
Average priceR 3 422 - R 34 585Average duration2d 11h
232kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City 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 New York City to San Antonio?

    The cheapest train tickets from New York City to San Antonio start from R 3 422. The average price for this train route is around R 7 450. 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 New York City to San Antonio?

    The average train journey time from New York City to San Antonio is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 2547 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the New York City 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 New York City to San Antonio?

    The earliest train from New York City to San Antonio departs at 06:40. And the latest train departs at 15:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/12
R 6 849
10/12
R 7 437
Today
R 7 714
12/12
R 11 380
13/12
R 7 714
14/12
R 9 460
15/12
R 5 517
16/12
R 6 849
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to San Antonio, US was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 5 517

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

You can expect to pay from R 5 517 to R 44 325 for a train ticket from New York City to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 517, which is on 2025-12-15.

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