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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | San Antonio Station | Amtrak Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | San Antonio Station | Amtrak Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Antonio to Houston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 225, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Users have reported a positive travel experience, highlighting the journey as quick and easy. The trip was also noted for being fairly comfortable, with some users appreciating that it arrived earlier than expected. Overall, these aspects contributed to an enjoyable travel experience according to multiple reviews.
Amtrak San Antonio Houston recent customer reviews
I enjoyed the trip. It was actually early so kudos to them for getting me here faster
Crystal E.
Honestly a much better experience than I planned it was quick easy and fairly comfortable
Michael K.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Antonio, US to Houston, 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 San Antonio to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Houston start from R 666. The average price for this train route is around R 934. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Antonio to Houston?
The average train journey time from San Antonio to Houston is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 304 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Antonio to Houston 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 San Antonio to Houston?
The earliest train from San Antonio to Houston departs at 06:25. And the latest train departs at 06:25.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Houston, US was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 882To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Antonio, US to Houston, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 882 to R 6 538 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 882, which is on 2025-12-12.
