How much is the train ticket from San Antonio to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to New York City start from R 3 422. The average price for this train route is around R 6 805. 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 New York City?

The average train journey time from San Antonio to New York City is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 2547 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Amtrak .

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

Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Antonio to New York City?

The earliest train from San Antonio to New York City departs at 06:25. And the latest train departs at 07:00.

Train San Antonio to New York City from R 3 857 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from San Antonio to New York City on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	07:00	San Antonio Station	2d 13h	21:55	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from San Antonio to New York City on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	06:25	San Antonio Station	2d 11h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from San Antonio to New York City on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 14h	22:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from San Antonio to New York City on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	06:25	San Antonio Station	2d 11h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	06:25	San Antonio Station	2d 11h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from San Antonio to New York City on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	07:00	San Antonio Station	2d 13h	21:55	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from San Antonio to New York City on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:00	San Antonio Station	2d 13h	21:55	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 11h	19:46	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from San Antonio to New York City on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:25	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
	Train	06:25	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 11h	19:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 10h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	06:48	San Antonio Station	2d 14h	22:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Antonio to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 2 days, 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

60bus per day

2d 1hAverage duration

2556 kmDistance

64kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 130 - R 11 000	Average duration2d 1h	CO₂ emissions 64kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 422 - R 41 884	Average duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 232kg 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 3 422

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Antonio, US to New York City 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 New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to New York City start from R 3 422. The average price for this train route is around R 6 805. 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 New York City?
The average train journey time from San Antonio to New York City is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 2547 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Antonio to New York City route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Antonio to New York City?
The earliest train from San Antonio to New York City departs at 06:25. And the latest train departs at 07:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 20 060

11/12

R 23 726

Today

R 9 269

13/12

R 11 362

14/12

R 8 491

15/12

R 7 038

16/12

R 7 799

17/12

R 10 324

The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to New York City was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 7 038

To 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 New York City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 7 038 to R 31 369 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 7 038, which is on 2025-12-15.