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How to get to Austin by train
| Routes | 100 |
| Trips per day | 192 |
| train lines | 2 |
| Stations | 1 |
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About Austin
Austin is the capital of the Lone Star State. Known as Texas’s “weird” city, Austin is famous for being the southern mecca for the arts. In addition to being a hot spot for both emerging and established artists from Texas and the surrounding states, Austin is well known for its eclectic live music scene. In addition, the University of Texas’ main campus is located in Austin, which makes the city a popular destination for young people from all over the world, keeping it vibrant at all times. It’s no surprise that it ranks among the top party cities in the U.S.
While you’re in town, make sure to stop by the hip South Congress neighborhood to shop at the trendy boutiques and grab some grub at the authentically Austin restaurants. Since Austin is one of the best craft beer cities in the country, you won’t regret checking out some of the local breweries too. After that, head over to Lady Bird Lake and rent a kayak for a relaxing paddling session on the water, or simply go for a walk on the picturesque Hike & Bike Trail. Finally, spend the night bar hopping along the pedestrian-only Sixth Street.
While the Austin airport is located on the outskirts of the city, the main train station is right in the heart of downtown. Similarly, the two bus stations that serve Austin are located close to the city center, making ground transportation the more convenient way to travel in and out of town.
Station Information
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Link to image attributionBuilt in 1947, the Amtrak Station in Austin is one of the stops along Amtrak’s Texas Eagle route which runs from Chicago to San Antonio and connects to Los Angeles. The station, located at 250 N Lamar Boulevard, sits near the banks of the Colorado River in downtown Austin. With just a quick walk from the station, you can reach the beautiful Ladybird Lake-Lamar Beach Park, stylish shopping and dining in the 2nd Street District, and even the state capital complex. Same-day and overnight parking is available at the station, as well as restrooms and vending machines inside.
Popular train stations in Austin:
250 N Lamar Blvd
What train companies travel to Austin, Texas?
Located in Texas, Austin is accessible by train from 100 other cities. You can choose from 192 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Austin on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Austin are also available.
Train companies serving Austin
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 196 | 1d 21h 56m | $274.01 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 31 | 13h 56m | $74.75 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
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 cities such as St. Louis and Dallas. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, complimentary WiFi, and a designated restaurant car with full meals.
Which train carrier has the best service to Austin?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Austin by train with Amtrak giving them a 4.3 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Texas Eagle had the most comfortable train service to Austin taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Texas Eagle offers. They rate Amtrak Texas Eagle a 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Austin punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Austin, rating them a 4.9 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Austin is 250 N Lamar Blvd. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Austin.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Fredericksburg | 2d 9h 48m | $348.75 |
| Hartford | 2d 9h 50m | $544.32 |
| Richmond | 2d 11h 54m | $445.75 |
| Alexandria | 2d 8h 35m | $319.45 |
| New Haven | 2d 8h 58m | $434.58 |
Top train routes to and from Austin
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