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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Del Rio and Lafayette. The average train journey from Del Rio to Lafayette takes 16 hours and 10 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 535 mi (861 km) |
| Fastest train | 16h 10m |
| Lowest price | $139.98 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Del Rio to Lafayette?
2 train services operate from Del Rio to Lafayette. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 16h 11m | $139.98 |
| Amtrak Sunset Limited | 1 | 16h 11m | $139.98 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Del Rio to Lafayette every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $140.
The Sunset Limited is an Amtrak train that travels nearly 2,000 miles through the American Southwest from Los Angeles to New Orleans. The mountain, desert, and bayou landscapes along the route make the Sunset Limited one of the most scenic Amtrak train routes. Travelers can book a coach seat or upgrade to a roomette for additional space and sleeping accommodations. All classes of service can stay connected with seatside power outlets and access the cafe car to purchase snacks. A Coach ticket for a comfortable, convenient, and scenic ride from Del Rio to Lafayette on the Sunset Limited usually costs about .
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Del Rio and Lafayette is approximately 535 miles, or 861 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 16 hours and 10 minutes,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Del Rio to Lafayette. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Wednesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Del Rio at 1:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 1:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Del Rio twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Lafayette faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Lafayette to Del Rio.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Del Rio?
Main departure station: 100 N Main St
There is one train station in Del Rio.
All train stations in Del Rio:
100 N Main St
Where is the train station in Lafayette?
Main arrival station: 100 Lee Ave
Lafayette has one train station.
Train stations in Lafayette:
100 Lee Ave
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