How much is the train ticket from Dallas to San Marcos?

The cheapest train tickets from Dallas to San Marcos start from $22. The average price for this train route is around $27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Dallas to San Marcos?

The average train ride duration from Dallas to San Marcos is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 211 miles (340 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Dallas to San Marcos route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Dallas to San Marcos?

The earliest train departs from Dallas to San Marcos at 12:00pm. And the latest train departs at 12:38pm.

Train Dallas to San Marcos from $20 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Dallas to San Marcos on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	7h 30m	8:08pm	San Marcos Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	7h 30m	8:08pm	San Marcos Station	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to San Marcos on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	7h 30m	8:08pm	San Marcos Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	7h 30m	8:08pm	San Marcos Station	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to San Marcos on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	7h 30m	8:08pm	San Marcos Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	7h 30m	8:08pm	San Marcos Station	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to San Marcos on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	7h 30m	8:08pm	San Marcos Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	7h 30m	8:08pm	San Marcos Station	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to San Marcos on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	7h 30m	8:08pm	San Marcos Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	7h 30m	8:08pm	San Marcos Station	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to San Marcos on February 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	7h 30m	8:08pm	San Marcos Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	7h 30m	8:08pm	San Marcos Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:22 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Dallas to San Marcos

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day

4h 5mAverage Duration

212 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $133	Average Duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$22 - $285	Average Duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $22

Amtrak Dallas San Marcos recent customer reviews

My first time on Amtrak. Clean, comfortable seats and comfortable atmosphere. Restroom needed a bit more cleaning, but it wasn’t bad

Michael G.

December 10, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dallas, TX to San Marcos, TX, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Dallas to San Marcos?
The cheapest train tickets from Dallas to San Marcos start from $22. The average price for this train route is around $27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dallas to San Marcos?
The average train ride duration from Dallas to San Marcos is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 211 miles (340 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Dallas to San Marcos route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Dallas to San Marcos?
The earliest train departs from Dallas to San Marcos at 12:00pm. And the latest train departs at 12:38pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/23

$24

01/24

$24

Today

$39

01/26

$24

01/27

$24

01/28

$24

01/29

$20

01/30

$24

The cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to San Marcos, TX, US was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $20

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

You can expect to pay from $20 to $239 for a train ticket from Dallas, TX to San Marcos, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2026-01-29.

What's the cheapest way to go from Dallas, TX to San Marcos, TX, US?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h 5m	Avg Price$95	Daily Departures30
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time7h 30m	Avg Price$27	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Dallas, TX and San Marcos, TX, 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 $27 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $22. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Marcos, TX, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Dallas, TX to San Marcos, TX, US in about 4h 5m - that's the fastest way to get there!