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2 trains operate daily from San Antonio to Dallas. The train trip from San Antonio to Dallas is usually about 24 hours and 41 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Texas Eagle train can get you there in as little as 8 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 252 mi (406 km) |
| Fastest train | 8h 20m |
| Lowest price | £16.85 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Texas Eagle |
| Train lines | 1 |
Overall score for trains from San Antonio to Dallas
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: I enjoyed the people and the sightseeing. I have driven to Dallas for years and never saw the backroads. This was a very enjoyable trip. Cons: Being on time is necessary to arrange pickup. It is very difficult to be very late and have someone waiting. Tips: Bring food and drinks with you. Dress comfortably. Plan on late arrival.
In the last month, £65.81 was the average price of a train ticket from San Antonio to Dallas. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 29 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around £27.12 more than that for a same-day booking.
Over the next 30 days, the average cost of a one-way train trip from San Antonio to Dallas will vary between £17 and £108. Planning a train trip to Dallas within the upcoming week? The cheapest train ticket you can find from San Antonio over the next 7 days is £17. Make sure to book your trip as soon as possible as train fares tend to go up as you get closer to your travel date.
If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 29 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Dallas from San Antonio will be about £27.12 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.
Amtrak Texas Eagle is the one and only train line which connects San Antonio to Dallas. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 2 | 1d 0h 41m | £90.54 |
The Amtrak Texas Eagle is a 1,306-mile train route from Chicago, Illinois to San Antonio, Texas. Because of the route’s length, the train offers sleeper car options in addition to standard coach seats. Like most Amtrak trains, the Texas Eagle features power outlets at each seat, restrooms in each car, and a cafe car where passengers can purchase food and drinks. A journey from San Antonio to Dallas on the Texas Eagle usually takes 24 hours and 41 minutes, which is best spent enjoying the incredible scenery along the way.
The distance between San Antonio and Dallas is approximately 252 miles, or 406 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 24 hours and 41 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 8 hours and 20 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.
Trains from San Antonio to Dallas are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs San Antonio at 01:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 07:00. 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 San Antonio 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 Dallas 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 Dallas to San Antonio.
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Image credit: Unsplash
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San Antonio is a fast-growing city located in the southwest corner of the Texas Triangle. In addition to the alluring year-round warm weather, San Antonio offers a blend of rich history with contemporary attractions and cuisine.
If there's one thing to remember from your trip to San Antonio, it’s the Alamo! This 18th century fortress is one of five Spanish missions in the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, all of which are connected by a scenic hiking and biking trail. If history isn't your thing, the River Walk along the San Antonio River is a much livelier spot. This shaded path is lined with shops and restaurants, and you could spend an entire day strolling, shopping, and eating along the river. Don't sleep on the riverside bars, either – San Antonio is one of the cheapest drinking cities in the U.S. so you can bar-hop to your heart’s (and your wallet’s) delight.
Traveling with little ones? San Antonio is home to the San Antonio Zoo, SeaWorld, and Six Flags Fiesta Texas, any one of which will provide a thrilling adventure with no screen time required. Visitors of all ages will find treasures at Historic Market Square, the largest Mexican market in the U.S., where handcrafted art from local artisans is available alongside authentic Mexican food.
San Antonio is one of the biggest cities in the Lone Star State, so it is very easy to travel to other Texas destinations like Austin, Houston, and Dallas by bus or by train, or to destinations farther afield through the San Antonio International Airport.
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Dallas is one of the most vibrant and modern cities in Texas, as well as one of the state's best vacation destinations. While it is one of the foremost business, telecommunications and transportation hubs in the United States, Dallas is also one of the most exciting cities when it comes to culture and nightlife opportunities.
When you are planning a trip to Dallas, make sure you leave time in your schedule to check out some of the city’s world-famous museums. Some must-visits include The Sixth Floor Museum (that commemorates the assassination of John F. Kennedy), the Dallas Museum of Art, and the Perot Museum of Nature and Science.
If you want some fresh air and a feast to the eyes, you must visit the remarkable Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, which boasts one of the best botanical collections in the entire country. And if you are after some tasty grub and good people watching, then head to Stone Street Gardens, a row of restaurants located on a charming red brick strip surrounded with tons of greenery.
Both the main train station in Dallas, the Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station, and the main bus station are located in the heart of the city’s downtown historic district just a few blocks away from each other. That makes it super convenient to travel to Dallas from various places in Texas and the rest of the U.S. or Mexico. The stations’ central location also allows for an easy transfer to and from the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport that is located pretty far outside the city.
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Link to image attributionThe San Antonio Amtrak Station is adjacent to the city’s vibrant downtown, nestled between the Alamodome sports complex and the historic Sunset Station where train service began in 1902. Amtrak operations moved to its new home at 350 Hoefgen Ave in 1998, where passengers can board the Texas Eagle to travel to Chicago, or connect to the Sunset Limited heading to Los Angeles. The stuccoed, Spanish Mission Revival style station is fully accessible, and offers comfortable seating as well as restrooms available in the waiting room. Two of San Antonio’s most popular attractions, the bustling Riverwalk and the historic Alamo, cannot be missed and luckily are within just 1 mile of the station.
350 Hoefgen St
700 W San Francisco Ave
Union Station
281 Gila St
100 W Commercial St
Amtrak Platform - 198 E Emporia St
102 W Holland Ave
400 N Toole Ave
100 N Main St
44605 W Mercado St
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Link to image attributionEddie Bernice Johnson Union Station first opened in 1916, and connected Dallas to the United States’ growing rail network. Today, the station offers service on Amtrak’s Texas Eagle line which runs from Chicago to San Antonio. Passengers can also connect to Dallas Area Rapid Transit (or DART) within the station. Located just east of downtown Dallas, Union Station is conveniently close to the Dallas Convention Center, the primary bus station, and several of the area’s main freeways. Parking, restrooms, and vending machines are available at the station, and it’s easy to grab a quick bite at any one of numerous nearby eateries, from fast food joints to steakhouses.
Union Station - 400 S Houston St
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