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Trip Summary
There are 2 daily trains from Taylor to San Marcos. Traveling by train from Taylor to San Marcos usually takes around one hour and 54 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Texas Eagle train can make the trip in one hour and 36 minutes.
Distance | 57 mi (92 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 36m |
Lowest price | €8.45 |
Trains per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Texas Eagle |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Taylor to San Marcos?
Amtrak Texas Eagle is the one and only train line which connects Taylor to San Marcos. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Texas Eagle | 2 | 1h 54m | €11.12 |
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 Taylor to San Marcos on the Texas Eagle usually takes 1 hours and 54 minutes, which is best spent enjoying the incredible scenery along the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Taylor to San Marcos on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Taylor at 17:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 17:00. 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 Taylor twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to San Marcos with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from San Marcos to Taylor.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Taylor?
Main departure station: 118 E First St - Union Pacific Yard Office
There is one train station in Taylor.
All train stations in Taylor:
118 E First St - Union Pacific Yard Office
Where is the train station in San Marcos?
Main arrival station: 338 S Guadalupe St - San Marcos Intermodal Station
San Marcos has one train station.
Train stations in San Marcos:
338 S Guadalupe St - San Marcos Intermodal Station
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