Train from Washington, DC, US to San Antonio, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Washington to San Antonio on February 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Union Station
San Antonio StationCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
San Antonio StationNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
San Antonio StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to San Antonio

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $116, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
1d 21hAverage Duration
1381 milesDistance
56kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$116 - $554Average Duration1d 21h
56kg CO₂e
Average Price$207 - $3,158Average Duration2d 12h
203kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Washington to San Antonio?

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to San Antonio start from $207. The average price for this train route is around $430. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Washington to San Antonio?

    The average train ride duration from Washington to San Antonio is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 1384 miles (2232 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Washington to San Antonio route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to San Antonio?

    The earliest train departs from Washington to San Antonio at 7:13am. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
01/29
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01/30
$361
Today
$294
02/01
$321
02/02
$259
02/03
$259
02/04
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to San Antonio, US was searched and found on Feb 2, 2026 with a price of $259

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

You can expect to pay from $259 to $1,552 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $259 which is on 2026-02-02.

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