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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from San Antonio to Texarkana. The train trip from San Antonio to Texarkana is usually about 23 hours and 24 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Texas Eagle train can get you there in as little as 13 hours and 43 minutes.
Distance | 382 mi (615 km) |
Fastest train | 13h 43m |
Lowest price | CA$96.46 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Texas Eagle |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from San Antonio to Texarkana?
The average price for a train ticket from San Antonio to Texarkana is CA$96.46, By booking your trip at least 20 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay CA$223.24 more.
Monthly average prices
Which train should you take from San Antonio to Texarkana?
Amtrak Texas Eagle is the one and only train line which connects San Antonio to Texarkana. 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 | 23h 24m | CA$187.04 |
Amtrak Texas Eagle train tickets from San Antonio to Texarkana start from CA$79, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to Texarkana. Amtrak Texas Eagle in San Antonio leaves from 350 Hoefgen St and 2 other stations. And in Texarkana trains arrive at 100 E Front St .
From San Antonio to Texarkana train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 23 hours and 24 minutes. If you are looking to get to Texarkana faster, Amtrak Texas Eagle offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 13 hours and 43 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Texarkana on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Texas Eagle scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from San Antonio.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between San Antonio and Texarkana is approximately 382 miles, or 615 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 23 hours and 24 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 13 hours and 43 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 San Antonio to Texarkana tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. 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 Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves San Antonio at 6:00am and arrives in Texarkana around 13 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Texarkana 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 Texarkana to San Antonio.
City Information
San Antonio
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Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
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 San Antonio?
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Link to image attributionMain departure 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
Union Station
700 W San Francisco Ave
Where is the train station in Texarkana?
Main arrival station: 100 E Front St
Texarkana has one train station.
All train stations in Texarkana:
100 E Front St
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