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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from San Marcos to Cleburne. The train trip from San Marcos to Cleburne is usually about 4 hours and 31 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Texas Eagle train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 28 minutes.
| Distance | 173 mi (279 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 28m |
| Lowest price | £15.29 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Texas Eagle |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from San Marcos to Cleburne?
Over the past month, a train ticket between San Marcos and Cleburne cost £15.29, on average. This is about as cheap as train fares get on this route. Booking your trip at least 18 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around £8.05 more.
Monthly average prices
Which train should you take from San Marcos to Cleburne?
Amtrak Texas Eagle is the one and only train line which connects San Marcos to Cleburne. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 1 | 4h 32m | £24.89 |
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 Marcos to Cleburne on the Texas Eagle usually takes 4 hours and 32 minutes, which is best spent enjoying the incredible scenery along the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between San Marcos and Cleburne is approximately 173 miles, or 279 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 31 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 28 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.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from San Marcos to Cleburne. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves San Marcos at 08:00 and arrives in Cleburne around 4 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Cleburne with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Cleburne to San Marcos.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in San Marcos?
Main departure station: 338 S Guadalupe St - San Marcos Intermodal Station
There is one train station in San Marcos.
All train stations in San Marcos:
338 S Guadalupe St - San Marcos Intermodal Station
Where is the train station in Cleburne?
Main arrival station: 206 N Border St - Cleburne Intermodal Depot
Cleburne has one train station.
Train stations in Cleburne:
206 N Border St - Cleburne Intermodal Depot
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