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Yuma to San Marcos Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 3 daily train trips between Yuma and San Marcos. The average train journey from Yuma to San Marcos takes 27 hours and 33 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 1003 mi (1614 km) |
| Fastest train | 27h 33m |
| Lowest price | $304.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Texas Eagle |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Yuma to San Marcos?
2 train services operate from Yuma to San Marcos. Amtrak Texas Eagle usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 1d 3h 33m | $370.00 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 2 | 1d 3h 33m | $305.00 |
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. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Yuma to San Marcos every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $370.
Amtrak Texas Eagle train tickets from Yuma to San Marcos start from $304, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to San Marcos. Amtrak Texas Eagle in Yuma leaves from 281 Gila St . And in San Marcos trains arrive at 338 S Guadalupe St - San Marcos Intermodal Station .
From Yuma to San Marcos train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 27 hours and 33 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Yuma to San Marcos
The distance between Yuma and San Marcos is approximately 1003 miles, or 1614 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 27 hours and 33 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 departing from Yuma to San Marcos tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. 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 Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Yuma at 3:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Yuma to San Marcos. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from San Marcos to Yuma.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Yuma?
Main departure station: 281 Gila St
There is one train station in Yuma.
All train stations in Yuma:
281 Gila St
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.
All train stations in San Marcos:
338 S Guadalupe St - San Marcos Intermodal Station
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