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

The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Tampa start from $254. The average price for this train route is around $645. 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 Tampa?

The average train ride duration from San Antonio to Tampa is 3d 4h, covering a distance of 974 miles (1571 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 4h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Antonio to Tampa 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 Tampa?

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

Train San Antonio to Tampa from $352 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Antonio to Tampa on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:48am	San Antonio Station	3d 4h	12:27pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:48am	San Antonio Station	3d 4h	12:27pm	Union Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	3d 4h	12:27pm	Union Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	3d 7h	3:30pm	Union Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	3d 7h	3:30pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 8:47 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio to Tampa

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 13hAverage Duration

976 milesDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$106 - $453	Average Duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$254 - $2,045	Average Duration3d 4h	CO₂ emissions 143kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5641 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 $254

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 Tampa 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 Tampa?
The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Tampa start from $254. The average price for this train route is around $645. 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 Tampa?
The average train ride duration from San Antonio to Tampa is 3d 4h, covering a distance of 974 miles (1571 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Antonio to Tampa 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 Tampa?
The earliest train departs from San Antonio to Tampa at 6:48am. And the latest train departs at 6:48am.

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

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The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Tampa was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $440

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 Tampa, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $440 to $2,200 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $440 which is on 2025-12-16.