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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Antonio to Austin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 2 hours 26 minutes and with fares starting at just R 225, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5637 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 225
Amtrak San Antonio Austin recent customer reviews
Easy access and entry. Comfortable surroundings and clear instructions. Certainly helps a traveller who is easily lost.
Mark S.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Antonio, US to Austin, TX, US 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 San Antonio to Austin?
The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Austin start from R 225. The average price for this train route is around R 225. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Antonio to Austin?
The average train journey time from San Antonio to Austin is 2h 26m, covering a distance of 118 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 28m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Antonio to Austin 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 San Antonio to Austin?
The earliest train from San Antonio to Austin departs at 06:48. And the latest train departs at 06:48.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 191To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Antonio, US to Austin, TX, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 191 to R 3 304 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 191, which is on 2025-12-15.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Antonio, US to Austin, TX, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Antonio, US and Austin, TX, US 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 225 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 225. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Austin, TX, US, choose the train, as it will take you from San Antonio, US to Austin, TX, US in about 1h 35m – that's the fastest way to get there!
