How much is the train ticket from Austin to Fort Worth?

The cheapest train tickets from Austin to Fort Worth start from $20. The average price for this train route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Austin to Fort Worth?

The average train ride duration from Austin to Fort Worth is 4h 27m, covering a distance of 174 miles (280 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 27m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Austin to Fort Worth route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Austin to Fort Worth?

The earliest train departs from Austin to Fort Worth at 9:24am. And the latest train departs at 9:26am.

Train Austin to Fort Worth from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Austin to Fort Worth on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:24am	Austin, TX	4h 27m	1:51pm	Fort Worth Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:24am	Austin, TX	4h 27m	1:51pm	Fort Worth Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Fort Worth on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:24am	Austin, TX	4h 27m	1:51pm	Fort Worth Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:24am	Austin, TX	4h 27m	1:51pm	Fort Worth Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Fort Worth on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:24am	Austin, TX	4h 27m	1:51pm	Fort Worth Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:24am	Austin, TX	4h 27m	1:51pm	Fort Worth Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Fort Worth on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:24am	Austin, TX	4h 27m	1:51pm	Fort Worth Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:24am	Austin, TX	4h 27m	1:51pm	Fort Worth Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Fort Worth on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:24am	Austin, TX	4h 27m	1:51pm	Fort Worth Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:24am	Austin, TX	4h 27m	1:51pm	Fort Worth Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Fort Worth on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:24am	Austin, TX	4h 27m	1:51pm	Fort Worth Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:24am	Austin, TX	4h 27m	1:51pm	Fort Worth Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Fort Worth on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:24am	Austin, TX	4h 27m	1:51pm	Fort Worth Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:24am	Austin, TX	4h 27m	1:51pm	Fort Worth Central Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:32 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Fort Worth

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Fort Worth. The journey takes about 4 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

4h 27mAverage Duration

174 milesDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$29 - $142	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $30	Average Duration4h 27m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,635 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

According to customer reviews, the service provided was overall great. However, there were some instances where they experienced delays due to freight trains passing through.

Amtrak Austin Fort Worth recent customer reviews

Not good. We arrived over an hour late with no notice or acknowledgement of the delay. I missed a meeting due to the delay.

Annette K.

January 11, 2025

Way better than bus

Brian Timothy G.

October 24, 2023

It was great!!!

Clarissa D.

August 28, 2023

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, US to Fort Worth by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Austin to Fort Worth?
The cheapest train tickets from Austin to Fort Worth start from $20. The average price for this train route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Austin to Fort Worth?
The average train ride duration from Austin to Fort Worth is 4h 27m, covering a distance of 174 miles (280 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 27m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Austin to Fort Worth route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Austin to Fort Worth?
The earliest train departs from Austin to Fort Worth at 9:24am. And the latest train departs at 9:26am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/08

$34

12/09

$27

Today

$22

12/11

$42

12/12

$56

12/13

$56

12/14

$34

12/15

$27

The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Fort Worth was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $22

To 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 Fort Worth, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $22 to $176 for a train ticket from Austin, TX, US to Fort Worth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-12-15.

What's the cheapest way to go from Austin, TX, US to Fort Worth?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time7h 20m	Avg Price$85	Daily Departures26
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 27m	Avg Price$20	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Austin, TX, US and Fort Worth is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $20 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $20. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Fort Worth, choose the train, as it will take you from Austin, TX, US to Fort Worth in about 4h 27m - that's the fastest way to get there!