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12/03/2026
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San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX by train

The journey from San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX by train is 118.57 km and takes 2 hrs 28 mins. There are 1 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:48 a.m. and the last at 6:48 a.m.. It is possible to travel from San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX by train for as little as $15.01 or as much as $15.01. The best price for this journey is $15.01.

Lowest Price $15.01
Journey Duration 2 hrs 28 mins
Connection per Day 1
Lowest Price $15.01
Highest Price $15.01
First Departure 6:48 a.m.
Last Departure 6:48 a.m.
Distance 118.57 km
Departure San Antonio, TX
Arrival Austin, TX
Carriers Amtrak

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When travelling to Austin, 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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San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
8.3kg
Bus
8.89kg
Flight
23.71kg
Car
18.97kg
What are the CO2 emissions from San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between San Antonio, TX and Austin, TX are 8.3kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between San Antonio, TX and Austin, TX? By taking the train between San Antonio, TX and Austin, TX you will save 15.41kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.59kg compared to a bus and 10.67kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX?
A train ticket from San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX is $15.01. 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 $15.01.
What's the cheapest train ticket from San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX?
The cheapest ticket you can get from San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX is $15.01. 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 San Antonio, TX and Austin, TX by train?
San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX is 118.57 km.
How long does the train between San Antonio, TX and Austin, TX take?
San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX is on average 2 hrs 28 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 28 mins.
How many train connections per day go from San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX?
San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX has 1 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX leave?
The earliest train from San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX departs at 6:48 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 San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX depart?
The latest train from San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX departs at 6:48 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 San Antonio, TX to Austin, 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 $15.01 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.
How many direct connections depart from San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX?
There are on average 1 direct connection(s) from San Antonio, TX to go to Austin, TX.
What's the fastest journey time between San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX by train?
The fastest journey time by train between San Antonio, TX and Austin, TX is 2 hrs 28 mins.
Is there a direct train from San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX?
Yes, there is a direct train between San Antonio, TX and Austin, TX.
What are the CO2 emissions for San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX by train?
The train journey from San Antonio, TX to Austin, TX creates 8.3kg of CO2 emissions.

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