Trains tickets from San Diego, CA, US to San Antonio, US

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Old Town San Diego
    Arrival time: 3 August at
    Destination city: San Antonio
    Destination location: San Antonio Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: 3 August at
    Destination city: San Antonio
    Destination location: San Antonio Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: 3 August at
    Destination city: San Antonio
    Destination location: San Antonio Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: 3 August at
    Destination city: San Antonio
    Destination location: San Antonio Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: 3 August at
    Destination city: San Antonio
    Destination location: San Antonio Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to San Antonio

Bus
Average priceUS$115 - US$337Average duration1d 11h
46kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$159 - US$299Average duration1d 10h
165kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to San Antonio

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
1d 11hAverage duration
US$115Cheapest ticket
46kgCO₂ emissions

Train San Diego, CA, US to San Antonio, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$215
Average train trip duration1d 10h
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure16:01
Distance1128 miles
Latest train departure16:10

San Diego to San Antonio Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego, CA, US - San Antonio, US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from San Diego to San Antonio cost?

    The average train ticket price from San Diego to San Antonio is US$215. The best way to find cheap train tickets from San Diego to San Antonio is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from San Diego to San Antonio?

    A train trip between San Diego and San Antonio is around 1d 10h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 10h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1125 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between San Diego and San Antonio?

    The number of trains from San Diego to San Antonio can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from San Diego to San Antonio by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from San Diego to San Antonio?

    When taking the train from San Diego to San Antonio, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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US$352
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US$218
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to San Antonio, US was searched and found on 30 Jul 2025 with a price of US$218

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

You can expect to pay from US$218 to US$1,745 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$218, which is on 2025-07-30.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between San Diego and San Antonio is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in San Antonio.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to San Antonio, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between San Diego and San Antonio, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from San Diego to San Antonio.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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