Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX Train
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Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX by train
The journey from Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX by train is 1,692.7 km and takes 35 hrs 57 mins. There are 3 connections per day, with the first departure at 7:15 am and the last at 1:52 pm. It is possible to travel from Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX by train for as little as RM 620.61 or as much as RM 670.60. The best price for this journey is RM 620.61.
| Lowest Price | RM 620.61 |
| Journey Duration | 35 hrs 57 mins |
| Connection per Day | Amtrak 3 |
| Lowest Price | Amtrak RM 620.61 |
| Highest Price | Amtrak RM 670.60 |
| First Departure | Amtrak 7:15 am |
| Last Departure | Amtrak 1:52 pm |
| Distance | Amtrak 1,692.7 km |
| Departure | Amtrak Chicago, IL |
| Arrival | Amtrak San Antonio, TX |
| Carriers | Amtrak Amtrak |
Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX Train Times
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When travelling to San Antonio, TX by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Amtrak from Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX
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Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
118.49kg
Bus
126.95kg
Flight
338.54kg
Car
270.83kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Chicago, IL and San Antonio, TX are 118.49kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Chicago, IL and San Antonio, TX? By taking the train between Chicago, IL and San Antonio, TX you will save 220.05kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 8.46kg compared to a bus and 152.34kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX?
A train ticket from Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX is RM 648.39. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as RM 620.61.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX is RM 620.61. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Chicago, IL and San Antonio, TX by train?
Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX is 1,692.7 km.
How long does the train between Chicago, IL and San Antonio, TX take?
Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX is on average 35 hrs 57 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 32 hrs 24 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX?
Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX has 3 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX leave?
The earliest train from Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX departs at 7:15 am. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX depart?
The latest train from Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX departs at 1:52 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is RM 620.61 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX?
There are on average 1 direct connection(s) from Chicago, IL to go to San Antonio, TX.
What's the fastest journey time between Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Chicago, IL and San Antonio, TX is 32 hrs 24 mins.
Is there a direct train from Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX?
Yes, there is a direct train between Chicago, IL and San Antonio, TX.
What are the CO2 emissions for Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX by train?
The train journey from Chicago, IL to San Antonio, TX creates 118.49kg of CO2 emissions.