Train from Newark, NJ to San Antonio, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Newark to San Antonio on 15 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
EWR Airport - AirTrain P4
San Antonio StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
EWR Airport - AirTrain P4
San Antonio StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
EWR Airport - AirTrain P4
San Antonio StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
EWR Airport - AirTrain P4
San Antonio StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
EWR Airport - AirTrain P4
San Antonio StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 8:10 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to San Antonio

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 1 day, 19 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 283, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
1d 19hAverage duration
2532 kmDistance
63kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 283 - R 8 621Average duration1d 19h
63kg CO₂e
Average priceR 4 498 - R 33 099Average duration2d 9h
230kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to San Antonio, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Newark to San Antonio?

    The cheapest train tickets from Newark to San Antonio start from R 4 498. The average price for this train route is around R 7 657. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Newark to San Antonio?

    The average train journey time from Newark to San Antonio is 2d 9h, covering a distance of 2530 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Newark to San Antonio route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to San Antonio?

    The earliest train from Newark to San Antonio departs at 13:02. And the latest train departs at 13:48.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12/01
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13/01
R 5 936
Today
R 6 691
15/01
R 6 976
16/01
R 9 709
17/01
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to San Antonio, US was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 5 936

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to San Antonio, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 5 936 to R 26 108 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 976, which is on 2026-01-15.

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