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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Marcos to El Paso
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 18 hours 52 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 850, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 1 850
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Marcos, TX, US to El Paso, 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 Marcos to El Paso?
The cheapest train tickets from San Marcos to El Paso start from R 1 850. The average price for this train route is around R 2 334. 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 Marcos to El Paso?
The average train journey time from San Marcos to El Paso is 18h 52m, covering a distance of 843 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Marcos to El Paso 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 Marcos to El Paso?
The earliest train from San Marcos to El Paso departs at 19:33. And the latest train departs at 19:33.
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 Marcos, TX, US to El Paso, US was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 975To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Marcos, TX, US to El Paso, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 975 to R 18 221 for a train ticket from San Marcos, TX, US to El Paso, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 975, which is on 2025-12-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Marcos, TX, US to El Paso, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Marcos, TX, US and El Paso, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 2 334 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 850. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to El Paso, US, choose the train, as it will take you from San Marcos, TX, US to El Paso, US in about 17h 20m – that's the fastest way to get there!
