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San Antonio to San Marcos Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from San Antonio to San Marcos?
There are usually 16 daily bus trips available from San Antonio to San Marcos.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$33.15 | Avg. Price$17.30 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips16 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration1h 1m | Duration1h 34m |
Trip Summary
There is one daily train from San Antonio to San Marcos. Traveling by train from San Antonio to San Marcos usually takes one hour and 34 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 46 mi (74 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 34m |
| Lowest price | $14.00 |
| 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 San Marcos?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from San Antonio to San Marcos was $15.00. 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 25 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $10.23 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from San Antonio to San Marcos by month
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By booking your train trip from San Antonio to San Marcos on Wanderu at least 25 days ahead of time, you can save about $10.23 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from San Antonio to San Marcos?
Amtrak Texas Eagle is the one and only train line which connects San Antonio 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 | 1h 34m | $19.53 |
Amtrak Texas Eagle train tickets from San Antonio to San Marcos start from $14, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to San Marcos. Amtrak Texas Eagle in San Antonio leaves from 350 Hoefgen St . And in San Marcos trains arrive at 338 S Guadalupe St - San Marcos Intermodal Station .
From San Antonio to San Marcos train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 1 hours and 34 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Amtrak Texas Eagle offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to San Marcos.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from San Antonio to San Marcos
Trains from San Antonio to San Marcos are the most crowded on Saturday. 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 Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves San Antonio at 6:00am and arrives in San Marcos about an hour 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 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 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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