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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from San Antonio to Alpine. Traveling by train from San Antonio to Alpine usually takes 7 hours and 46 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 316 mi (509 km) |
Fastest train | 7h 46m |
Lowest price | HRK 274.22 |
Trains per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Sunset Limited |
Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from San Antonio to Alpine?
Over the past month, a train ticket between San Antonio and Alpine cost HRK 274.22, on average. This is a great bargain given the length of the route. Booking your trip at least 21 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around HRK 38.67 more.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from San Antonio to Alpine?
2 train services operate from San Antonio to Alpine. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Sunset Limited | 1 | 7h 46m | HRK 345.44 |
Amtrak Texas Eagle | 1 | 7h 46m | HRK 274.22 |
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 Alpine start from HRK 274, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to Alpine. Amtrak Texas Eagle in San Antonio leaves from 350 Hoefgen St . And in Alpine trains arrive at 102 W Holland Ave .
From San Antonio to Alpine train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 7 hours and 46 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Alpine 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 Alpine is approximately 316 miles, or 509 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 46 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 from San Antonio to Alpine are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
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 Alpine 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 Alpine 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 Alpine?
Main arrival station: 102 W Holland Ave
Alpine has one train station.
All train stations in Alpine:
102 W Holland Ave
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