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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from San Marcos to Temple. The train trip from San Marcos to Temple is usually about 2 hours and 58 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Texas Eagle train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 53 minutes.
| Distance | 91 mi (147 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 53m |
| Lowest price | £9.66 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Texas Eagle |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Which train should you take from San Marcos to Temple?
Amtrak Texas Eagle is the one and only train line which connects San Marcos to Temple. 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 | 2h 58m | £11.76 |
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 Temple on the Texas Eagle usually takes 2 hours and 58 minutes, which is best spent enjoying the incredible scenery along the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from San Marcos to Temple tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves San Marcos at 08:00 and arrives in Temple around 2 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Temple 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 Temple 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 Temple?
Main arrival station: 315 West Ave B
Temple has one train station.
Train stations in Temple:
315 West Ave B
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