How much is the train ticket from San Antonio to Cincinnati?

The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Cincinnati start from $238. The average price for this train route is around $312. 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 San Antonio to Cincinnati?

The average train ride duration from San Antonio to Cincinnati is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 1036 miles (1671 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Antonio to Cincinnati 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 San Antonio to Cincinnati?

The earliest train departs from San Antonio to Cincinnati at 6:48am. And the latest train departs at 6:48am.

Train San Antonio to Cincinnati from $260 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Antonio to Cincinnati on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 19h	3:27am	Union Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 19h	3:27am	Union Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:31 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio to Cincinnati

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d 12hAverage Duration

1044 milesDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$125 - $478	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$238 - $960	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 152kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,644 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5644 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 $238

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Antonio, US to Cincinnati 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 San Antonio to Cincinnati?
The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Cincinnati start from $238. The average price for this train route is around $312. 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 San Antonio to Cincinnati?
The average train ride duration from San Antonio to Cincinnati is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 1036 miles (1671 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Antonio to Cincinnati 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 San Antonio to Cincinnati?
The earliest train departs from San Antonio to Cincinnati at 6:48am. And the latest train departs at 6:48am.

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The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Cincinnati was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $305

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 Cincinnati, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $305 to $1,176 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $305 which is on 2025-12-15.