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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Cleburne to San Marcos. The train trip from Cleburne to San Marcos is usually about 4 hours and 40 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Texas Eagle train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 173 mi (279 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 20m |
| Lowest price | $19.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Texas Eagle |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Cleburne to San Marcos?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Cleburne to San Marcos was $19.00. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 14 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $20.67 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Monthly average prices
Which train should you take from Cleburne to San Marcos?
Amtrak Texas Eagle is the one and only train line which connects Cleburne to San Marcos. 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 40m | $28.46 |
Amtrak Texas Eagle train tickets from Cleburne to San Marcos start from $19, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to San Marcos. Amtrak Texas Eagle in Cleburne leaves from 206 N Border St - Cleburne Intermodal Depot . And in San Marcos trains arrive at 338 S Guadalupe St - San Marcos Intermodal Station .
From Cleburne to San Marcos train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 4 hours and 40 minutes. If you are looking to get to San Marcos faster, Amtrak Texas Eagle offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 20 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to San Marcos on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Texas Eagle scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Cleburne.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Cleburne and San Marcos is approximately 173 miles, or 279 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 40 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 20 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Cleburne to San Marcos on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Cleburne at 2:00pm and arrives in San Marcos around 4 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to San Marcos 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 San Marcos to Cleburne.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Cleburne?
Main departure station: 206 N Border St - Cleburne Intermodal Depot
There is one train station in Cleburne.
All train stations in Cleburne:
206 N Border St - Cleburne Intermodal Depot
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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