Train from Richmond, VA, US to San Antonio, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Richmond to San Antonio on 13 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
San Antonio StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
San Antonio StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
San Antonio StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
San Antonio StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
San Antonio StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond 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 1 day, 19 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 802, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
1d 19hAverage duration
2138 kmDistance
53kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 802 - R 7 981Average duration1d 19h
53kg CO₂e
Average priceR 4 393 - R 28 698Average duration2d 12h
195kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, 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 Richmond to San Antonio?

    The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to San Antonio start from R 4 393. The average price for this train route is around R 5 924. 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 Richmond to San Antonio?

    The average train journey time from Richmond to San Antonio is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 2142 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Richmond to San Antonio departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 12:52.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/02
R 5 461
11/02
R 5 461
Today
R 7 411
13/02
R 9 312
14/02
R 14 805
15/02
R 14 805
16/02
R 5 006
17/02
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to San Antonio, US was searched and found on 16 Feb 2026 with a price of R 5 006

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

You can expect to pay from R 5 006 to R 45 828 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 006, which is on 2026-02-16.

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