How much is the train ticket from San Antonio to Palm Springs?

The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Palm Springs start from R 3 212. The average price for this train route is around R 3 822. 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 Palm Springs?

The average train journey time from San Antonio to Palm Springs is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1779 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Antonio to Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs?

The earliest train from San Antonio to Palm Springs departs at 02:45. And the latest train departs at 02:45.

Train San Antonio to Palm Springs from R 2 512 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from San Antonio to Palm Springs on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	02:45	San Antonio Station	1d 1h	02:02	Palm Springs Station	CheapestFastest
Train	02:45	San Antonio Station	1d 1h	02:02	Palm Springs Station	No tags
Train	02:45	San Antonio Station	1d 1h	02:02	Palm Springs Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Antonio to Palm Springs

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Palm Springs. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 098, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 13hAverage duration

1777 kmDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 098 - R 7 346	Average duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 212 - R 14 254	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 162kg 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 3 212

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 Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs?
The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Palm Springs start from R 3 212. The average price for this train route is around R 3 822. 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 Palm Springs?
The average train journey time from San Antonio to Palm Springs is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1779 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Antonio to Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs?
The earliest train from San Antonio to Palm Springs departs at 02:45. And the latest train departs at 02:45.

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The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Palm Springs was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 672

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 Palm Springs as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 3 672 to R 17 077 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to Palm Springs based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 672, which is on 2025-12-14.