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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Austin, TX | Lafayette, LA | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Austin, TX | Lafayette, LA | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Austin to Lafayette
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 898, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5648 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 285
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Austin, TX, US to Lafayette, LA by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Austin to Lafayette?
The cheapest train tickets from Austin to Lafayette start from R 1 285. The average price for this train route is around R 1 517. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Austin to Lafayette?
The average train journey time from Austin to Lafayette is 22h 22m, covering a distance of 552 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Austin to Lafayette route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Austin to Lafayette?
The earliest train from Austin to Lafayette departs at 18:50. And the latest train departs at 19:22.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Lafayette, LA was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 308To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Austin, TX, US to Lafayette, LA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 308 to R 10 115 for a train ticket from Austin, TX, US to Lafayette, LA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 308, which is on 2025-12-20.
What's the cheapest way to go from Austin, TX, US to Lafayette, LA?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Austin, TX, US and Lafayette, LA is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 1 517 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 285. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Lafayette, LA, choose the train, as it will take you from Austin, TX, US to Lafayette, LA in about 10h 40m – that's the fastest way to get there!
