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11/08/2026
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Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX by train

The journey from Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX by train is 1,478.78 km and takes 37 hrs 48 mins. There are 1 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:37 a.m. and the last at 10:26 a.m.. It is possible to travel from Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX by train for as little as $197.25 or as much as $404.62. The best price for this journey is $197.25.

Lowest Price $197.25
Journey Duration 37 hrs 48 mins
Connection per Day 1
Lowest Price $197.25
Highest Price $404.62
First Departure 12:37 a.m.
Last Departure 10:26 a.m.
Distance 1,478.78 km
Departure Galesburg, IL
Arrival San Antonio, TX
Carriers Amtrak

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX

The cheapest Galesburg, IL - San Antonio, TX train tickets can be found for as low as $124.25 if you’re lucky, or $151.75 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $182.71.

Find the best day to travel to San Antonio, TX by train

When travelling to San Antonio, TX by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
103.51kg
Bus
110.91kg
Flight
295.76kg
Car
236.6kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Galesburg, IL and San Antonio, TX are 103.51kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Galesburg, IL and San Antonio, TX? By taking the train between Galesburg, IL and San Antonio, TX you will save 192.25kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 7.4kg compared to a bus and 133.09kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX?
A train ticket from Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX is $248.26. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $197.25.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX is $197.25. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Galesburg, IL and San Antonio, TX by train?
Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX is 1,478.78 km.
How long does the train between Galesburg, IL and San Antonio, TX take?
Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX is on average 37 hrs 48 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 28 hrs 29 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX?
Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX has 1 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX leave?
The earliest train from Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX departs at 12:37 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX depart?
The latest train from Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX departs at 10:26 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $197.25 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Galesburg, IL and San Antonio, TX is 28 hrs 29 mins.
Is there a direct train from Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX?
Yes, there is a direct train between Galesburg, IL and San Antonio, TX.
What are the CO2 emissions for Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX by train?
The train journey from Galesburg, IL to San Antonio, TX creates 103.51kg of CO2 emissions.

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