How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to San Antonio?

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to San Antonio start from $156. The average price for this train route is around $191. 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 Los Angeles to San Antonio?

The average train ride duration from Los Angeles to San Antonio is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1200 miles (1935 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Los Angeles to San Antonio 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 Los Angeles to San Antonio?

The earliest train departs from Los Angeles to San Antonio at 10:00pm. And the latest train departs at 10:00pm.

Train Los Angeles to San Antonio from $149 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to San Antonio on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:00pm	Union Station	1d 5h	5:00am	San Antonio Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:00pm	Union Station	1d 5h	5:00am	San Antonio Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:29 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to San Antonio

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours and with fares starting at just $156, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

1200 milesDistance

176kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$100 - $555	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 49kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$156 - $330	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 176kg 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 $156

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Los Angeles, US to San Antonio, 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 Los Angeles to San Antonio?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to San Antonio start from $156. The average price for this train route is around $191. 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 Los Angeles to San Antonio?
The average train ride duration from Los Angeles to San Antonio is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1200 miles (1935 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Los Angeles to San Antonio 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 Los Angeles to San Antonio?
The earliest train departs from Los Angeles to San Antonio at 10:00pm. And the latest train departs at 10:00pm.

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

$183

01/24

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Today

$149

01/26

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01/27

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01/28

$219

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The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to San Antonio, US was searched and found on Jan 25, 2026 with a price of $149

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

You can expect to pay from $149 to $903 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $219 which is on 2026-01-28.