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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between San Antonio and Temple. The average train journey from San Antonio to Temple takes 5 hours and 37 minutes, but some Amtrak Texas Eagle train trips are as short as 4 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 135 mi (216 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 25m |
| Lowest price | $15.00 |
| 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 Temple?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from San Antonio to Temple 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 23 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $133.33 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average prices by travel date
For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from San Antonio to Temple will range from $15 to $46. If you're planning to travel by train to Temple in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from San Antonio you can find in the next 7 days is $15. Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from San Antonio to Temple on Wanderu at least 23 days ahead of time, you can save about $133.33 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from San Antonio to Temple?
Amtrak Texas Eagle is the one and only train line which connects San Antonio to Temple. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 2 | 5h 38m | $25.79 |
Amtrak Texas Eagle train tickets from San Antonio to Temple start from $15, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to Temple. Amtrak Texas Eagle in San Antonio leaves from 350 Hoefgen St and 7 other stations. And in Temple trains arrive at 315 West Ave B .
From San Antonio to Temple train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 5 hours and 38 minutes. If you are looking to get to Temple faster, Amtrak Texas Eagle offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 25 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Temple 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 Temple is approximately 135 miles, or 216 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 37 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 25 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from San Antonio to Temple on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs San Antonio at 1:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00am. 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. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Temple faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Temple 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
105 E 4th St
102 W Holland Ave
100 W Commercial St
700 W San Francisco Ave
Union Station
400 N Toole Ave
100 N Main St
Where is the train station in Temple?
Main arrival station: 315 West Ave B
Temple has one train station.
All train stations in Temple:
315 West Ave B
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