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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Staples Mill Road | San Antonio Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | San Antonio Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | San Antonio Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | San Antonio Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | San Antonio Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to San Antonio
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 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $111, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5757 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $245
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US to San Antonio, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Richmond to San Antonio?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to San Antonio start from $245. The average price for this train route is around $395. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to San Antonio?
The average train ride duration from Richmond to San Antonio is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 1328 miles (2142 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Richmond to San Antonio route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to San Antonio?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to San Antonio at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 12:52pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to San Antonio, US was searched and found on Feb 6, 2026 with a price of $319To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to San Antonio, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $319 to $1,652 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $321 which is on 2026-02-09.
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