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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Del Rio to San Antonio. Traveling by train from Del Rio to San Antonio usually takes 3 hours and 48 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 145 mi (233 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 48m |
| Lowest price | $19.00 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Sunset Limited |
| Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Del Rio to San Antonio?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Del Rio to San Antonio 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 7 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $39.75 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Del Rio to San Antonio?
2 train services operate from Del Rio to San Antonio. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Sunset Limited | 1 | 3h 48m | $27.00 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 1 | 3h 49m | $29.33 |
The Amtrak Sunset Limited is a southern Amtrak route that crosses through Louisiana, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California. The double-decker carriages have a variety of roomettes, bedrooms, and suites, as well as a restuarant and cafe service.
Amtrak Texas Eagle train tickets from Del Rio to San Antonio start from $19, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to San Antonio. Amtrak Texas Eagle in Del Rio leaves from 100 N Main St . And in San Antonio trains arrive at 350 Hoefgen St .
From Del Rio to San Antonio train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 3 hours and 49 minutes. If you are looking to get to San Antonio faster, Amtrak Texas Eagle offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 48 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to San Antonio on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Texas Eagle scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Del Rio.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Del Rio and San Antonio is approximately 145 miles, or 233 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 48 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.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Del Rio to San Antonio. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Del Rio at 1:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 1:00am. 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 Del Rio twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to San Antonio 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 Antonio to Del Rio.
City Information
San Antonio
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San Antonio is a fast-growing city located in the southwest corner of the Texas Triangle. In addition to the alluring year-round warm weather, San Antonio offers a blend of rich history with contemporary attractions and cuisine.
If there's one thing to remember from your trip to San Antonio, it’s the Alamo! This 18th century fortress is one of five Spanish missions in the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, all of which are connected by a scenic hiking and biking trail. If history isn't your thing, the River Walk along the San Antonio River is a much livelier spot. This shaded path is lined with shops and restaurants, and you could spend an entire day strolling, shopping, and eating along the river. Don't sleep on the riverside bars, either – San Antonio is one of the cheapest drinking cities in the U.S. so you can bar-hop to your heart’s (and your wallet’s) delight.
Traveling with little ones? San Antonio is home to the San Antonio Zoo, SeaWorld, and Six Flags Fiesta Texas, any one of which will provide a thrilling adventure with no screen time required. Visitors of all ages will find treasures at Historic Market Square, the largest Mexican market in the U.S., where handcrafted art from local artisans is available alongside authentic Mexican food.
San Antonio is one of the biggest cities in the Lone Star State, so it is very easy to travel to other Texas destinations like Austin, Houston, and Dallas by bus or by train, or to destinations farther afield through the San Antonio International Airport.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Del Rio?
Main departure station: 100 N Main St
There is one train station in Del Rio.
All train stations in Del Rio:
100 N Main St
Where is the train station in San Antonio?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: 350 Hoefgen St
The San Antonio Amtrak Station is adjacent to the city’s vibrant downtown, nestled between the Alamodome sports complex and the historic Sunset Station where train service began in 1902. Amtrak operations moved to its new home at 350 Hoefgen Ave in 1998, where passengers can board the Texas Eagle to travel to Chicago, or connect to the Sunset Limited heading to Los Angeles. The stuccoed, Spanish Mission Revival style station is fully accessible, and offers comfortable seating as well as restrooms available in the waiting room. Two of San Antonio’s most popular attractions, the bustling Riverwalk and the historic Alamo, cannot be missed and luckily are within just 1 mile of the station.
All train stations in San Antonio:
350 Hoefgen St
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