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

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to San Antonio on 9 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
San Antonio StationCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
San Antonio StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
San Antonio StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
San Antonio StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
San Antonio StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 15:13 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 2 days, 5 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
2d 5hAverage duration
1384 milesDistance
56kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£105 - £518Average duration2d 5h
56kg CO₂e
Average price£149 - £2,255Average duration2d 7h
203kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to San Antonio, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to San Antonio start from £149. The average price for this train route is around £349. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Washington to San Antonio is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 1384 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.

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

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

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

    The earliest train from Washington to San Antonio departs at 07:50. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
06/12
No data
07/12
No data
Today
No data
09/12
£266
10/12
No data
11/12
No data
12/12
No data
13/12
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to San Antonio, US was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £266

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 £266 to £1,301 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 £266, which is on 2025-12-09.

People from around the world trust Busbud