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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | San Marcos Station | Tacoma Dome Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| San Marcos Station | Tacoma Dome Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Marcos to Tacoma
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Tacoma. The journey takes about 2 days, 19 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $226, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 $353
Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Marcos, TX, US to Tacoma 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 Marcos to Tacoma?
The cheapest train tickets from San Marcos to Tacoma start from $353. The average price for this train route is around $413. 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 Marcos to Tacoma?
The average train ride duration from San Marcos to Tacoma is 3d , covering a distance of 1769 miles (2852 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Marcos to Tacoma 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 Marcos to Tacoma?
The earliest train departs from San Marcos to Tacoma at 7:33pm. And the latest train departs at 8:08pm.
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 Tacoma was searched and found on Jan 24, 2026 with a price of $360To 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 Tacoma, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $360 to $1,924 for a train ticket from San Marcos, TX, US to Tacoma based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $376 which is on 2026-01-31.
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