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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from San Antonio to Benson. Traveling by train from San Antonio to Benson usually takes 16 hours and 53 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 722 mi (1163 km) |
Fastest train | 16h 53m |
Lowest price | SEK 742.31 |
Trains per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Sunset Limited |
Train lines | 2 |
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Which train should you take from San Antonio to Benson?
2 train services operate from San Antonio to Benson. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Sunset Limited | 1 | 16h 53m | SEK 960.64 |
Amtrak Texas Eagle | 1 | 16h 53m | SEK 742.31 |
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 San Antonio to Benson start from SEK 742, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to Benson. Amtrak Texas Eagle in San Antonio leaves from 350 Hoefgen St . And in Benson trains arrive at 105 E 4th St .
From San Antonio to Benson train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 16 hours and 53 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between San Antonio and Benson is approximately 722 miles, or 1163 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 16 hours and 53 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 Benson tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. 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 Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs San Antonio at 2:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00am. 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 San Antonio twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Benson 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 Benson 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
Where is the train station in Benson?
Main arrival station: 105 E 4th St
Benson has one train station.
All train stations in Benson:
105 E 4th St
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