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About Amtrak Texas Eagle

As its name suggests, Amtrak Texas Eagle is a train service operated by Amtrak that connects to Texas. It links Chicago with the heart of the Lone Star State in San Antonio, going to 42 cities such as St. Louis and Dallas. The entire Chicago – San Antonio route takes 32.5 hours to cover the 1,300 miles of track, with the possibility of connecting with the Sunlight Limited train service to continue to Los Angeles for a total of 65 hours.

Passengers can spend their time on the Amtrak Texas Eagle in a wide, comfortable seat with plenty of leg room or complete with journey in extra comfort by booking one of several sleeping compartments available onboard.

Either way, passengers can relax in air-conditioned cars as they cross the Mississippi River or pass Little Rock. Other amenities include toilets, power sockets, and complimentary WiFi. There's also the chance to enjoy a freshly prepared meal in the dedicated restaurant car or experience the landscape 360 degrees from the observation car.

Amtrak has been an official Wanderu partner since 2015, meaning that you can find cheap Amtrak Texas Eagle tickets on Wanderu and book easily. Wanderu is the perfect place to check the schedules and buy tickets for train and coach services.

Contact Amtrak Texas Eagle

Phone number:
1 (800) 872-7245

Amtrak Texas Eagle Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Toilet
  • Extra legroom
  • Loyalty rewards
  • Power points
  • Snacks

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Amtrak Texas Eagle train coverage

Daily Trips
189
stations
42
cities
42
countries
1
  • United States

What travellers are saying about Amtrak Texas Eagle

Here’s what Wanderu users who have booked trips with Amtrak Texas Eagle had to say about their travel experience.

Travelling During COVID-19

  • “They took COVID safety precautions seriously.”
    89%

Onboard Experience

  • “I’ll travel with them again just for the staff!”
    89%
  • “Really cheap tickets and really good service.”
    98%
  • “The train got there on time.”
    74%
  • “Seats were really comfy and spacious”
    93%
  • “The train was almost suspiciously clean”
    92%

Amtrak Texas Eagle reviews from Wanderu customers

Overall review score for Amtrak Texas Eagle Based on 388 reviews

4.7

Ratings (Out of 5)

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Timeliness
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Amtrak Texas Eagle passenger reviews

  • Jose26 October 2026Little Rock – Walnut Ridge

    Pros Every staff very friendly and professional Cons Sell beer after 10 pm😆😆 Tips Just relax

  • Bessie7 September 2026San Antonio – Fort Worth

    Pros Train ride Cons Bathroom cleaning

  • Patricia26 August 2026San Antonio – Austin

    Pros It was fun first time riding a train Cons Nothing Tips Let them know ahead of time if you need to be seated on the lower deck

  • Jeannette12 August 2026Fort Worth – Austin

    Pros It was very quite and smooth Cons The restrooms cleaningness

  • Terrance13 February 2026Temple – Austin

    Pros Comfy

Amtrak Texas Eagle Routes & Network

Amtrak Texas Eagle’s train network features 504 train routes that connect 42 cities serving 42 stations. On average, Amtrak Texas Eagle performs about 189 train trips every day. The top cities to which Amtrak Texas Eagle offers the highest number of daily train service include Chicago and St Louis.

Top Cities Served by Amtrak Texas Eagle
CityDaily TripsEarliest trainLatest train
Chicago230:3623:44
St Louis111:4623:44
Dallas170:3623:57
Austin133:3222:00
Fort Worth120:5222:54
San Antonio171:1223:57
Normal72:4917:18
Little Rock70:5222:00
Springfield76:4823:44

Amtrak Texas Eagle Cancellation Policy

All Amtrak Texas Eagle tickets can be cancelled for a full refund within the first 24 hours after purchase. If more than 24 hours have passed, the cancellation policy and change fee structure for Amtrak bookings depend on the type of fare you purchased:

Saver Fare tickets: A 25% fee applies for any changes. If you cancel the trip, you will receive an eVoucher worth 75% of the original ticket price.

Value Fare tickets: No change fees and fully refundable up to 15 or more days before departure. If cancelled less than 14 days before departure, a 25% cancellation fee applies.

Flexible, Business and Premium Fare tickets: No change fees and fully refundable if cancelled or changed before departure.

Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable after the train has departed, so be sure to make your updates as soon as possible if your travel plans change.

If your Amtrak Texas Eagle ticket is eligible for change or cancellation, you can do that by calling Amtrak’s customer service phone number at 1 (800) 872-7245. To cancel or change your booking online, simply go to www.amtrak.com and click on the “Modify Trip” tab in the upper right corner.

Wanderu also offers an affordable trip protection option by Allianz Global Assistance that you can purchase when booking your tickets. In addition to 24-hour assistance during your trip and coverage for lost or damaged baggage, trip protection can help you get your money back in case you need to cancel or change your trip. You can file a claim to have any Amtrak change or cancellation fees reimbursed if you cannot travel due to covered reasons such as illness, extreme weather, or required work shifts.

Amtrak Texas Eagle Baggage Policy

Hand Luggage

  • One (1) personal item – max. weight: 25 lbs (12 kg), max. dimensions: 14 x 11 x 7 in (35 x 28 x 18 cm)

  • Two (2) hand luggage items – max. weight: 50 lbs (23 kg), max. dimensions: 28 x 22 x 14 in (71 x 56 x 35 cm)

Additional Hand Luggage Rules:

  • Pushchairs and car seats do not count toward the hand luggage limit.

  • Overweight bags must be repacked so they are under 50 lbs. Boxes may be purchased at staffed stations to aid in repacking.

  • A $20 excess baggage fee will be charged for each hand luggage and personal item above the quantity and size limits. A maximum of two excess bags are permitted per passenger.

Checked Baggage

  • Two (2) items for free – max. weight: 50 lbs (23 kg), max. dimensions: 75 in / 191 cm (length + width + height)

  • Up to two (2) additional items: $20 fee per item

  • Oversized baggage (76-100 inches total): $20 fee per item

Not all Amtrak Texas Eagle routes offer checked baggage service. Check ahead before travelling.

Additional Checked Baggage Rules:

  • Your luggage should be checked at least 45 minutes before the train departs.

  • ID tags are required for all luggage.

  • All luggage must be in containers that are suitable for transport (storage tubs and plastic bags are not allowed).

Special Items

  • Bicycles up to 50 lbs (23 kg) may be checked for $20.

  • Folding bikes (max 34 x 15.5 x 48 inches / 86 x 39 x 122 cm) can be carried on board for free.

  • Skis & snowboards count as checked baggage if under 50 lbs (23 kg) and 75 linear inches (191 cm).

  • Wheelchairs, walkers, and CPAP machines can be brought onboard for free.

For more information, check out Amtrak's Baggage Policy page.

Amtrak Texas Eagle Train Guide & FAQs

No, unfortunately Amtrak Texas Eagle does not offer WiFi aboard its trains at this time. However, we find that a good book makes the time fly by and streaming services like Netflix allow you to download TV shows and films that you can then watch during your trip. Plan ahead and you will stay entertained during the entire train ride.

Yes, there are power sockets onboard Amtrak Texas Eagle trains. You can generally find one or two sockets per row of seats, so be a good traveller and check if your seat neighbour might want to charge up their devices as well. With the onboard power sockets, you can charge both a computer and USB devices with a USB power adapter that typically comes with most phones and tablets.

Since Amtrak Texas Eagle might sometimes use replacement train vehicles, not all trips are guaranteed to have power points. We recommend bringing a power bank to charge your phone for all trips over 2 hours, just in case.

On a typical day, Amtrak Texas Eagle has 189 scheduled train trips in total. However, the exact departure and arrival times vary depending on the day and route. The best way to find the exact schedule for your trip is to use the search tool on this page.

No, Amtrak Texas Eagle does not offer will call tickets. You should purchase your tickets online and make sure you have everything you need to board before you arrive at the station.

Yes, Amtrak Texas Eagle requires you to present an ID to an agent to be allowed to board the train. Make sure you have identification issued by a government agency that meets the carrier’s requirements. Alternative IDs, such as a college ID, won’t work.

Yes, there are bathrooms on Amtrak Texas Eagle trains. The bathrooms are pretty basic and include a toilet, toilet paper and hand sanitizer. Most bathrooms don’t have running water. As you will be using a bathroom on a moving vehicle, please use caution and hold on to a rail at all times.

Amtrak Texas Eagle provides snacks to satisfy your hunger during your travels. Be sure to pack a credit card and some cash in case you get hungry.

Amtrak Texas Eagle does not require a printed ticket to board the train. Instead, an eTicket is sent to you by email when you make your reservation. You can use your smartphone to show this eTicket to the ticketing agent as you board.

Amtrak Texas Eagle goes the extra distance to deliver premium features to its customers.

Do you find yourself squished in a regular seat or just love having extra room to sprawl out? Well you’re in luck as Amtrak Texas Eagle offers extra legroom seating. Since there is no standard of what extra legroom is, the extra space you get may vary between train lines, but getting extra is always good.

Yes, Amtrak Texas Eagle allows minors 13-16 years of age to travel unaccompanied, with restrictions. Children aged 12 and under must travel with another person who is at least 18 years old.

Tickets for unaccompanied minors cannot be booked online and must be booked by calling Amtrak at +1 (800) 872-7245.

Cheap Amtrak Texas Eagle tickets recently found on Wanderu

With 189 trips per day on Amtrak Texas Eagle, there are a lot of great deals to uncover for the bargain hunter, and Amtrak Texas Eagle tickets start at just SEK 69.38. Check out some of the latest and greatest deals snatched up by Wanderu users.

How do I get the best deal on Amtrak Texas Eagle tickets?

Wanderu is the best place to score cheap Amtrak Texas Eagle tickets. Wanderu offers the lowest available fares every day and charges no extra booking fees. Plus, you can compare Amtrak Texas Eagle prices with trips offered by other train companies to be sure you’re getting the best deal on your tickets!

Pro travellers know that booking your ticket well in advance is key to finding the lowest price. Ticket prices normally go up the closer you get to the travel date, so don’t miss out on a good deal when you see one. If you can be flexible with your travel date, you can also get cheap tickets by travelling on weekdays instead of weekends.

When you’re ready to book, type your departure city and destination city in the search bar above, select your travel date, and let Wanderu work its magic to show you all of the best coach and train ticket prices available for your trip. Pick the ticket that’s best for your budget, schedule, and preferences, and complete the booking right on Wanderu to secure your great deal.

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