What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown San Antonio to Austin?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown San Antonio to Austin is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown San Antonio to Austin?

The fastest way to get from Downtown San Antonio to Austin is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown San Antonio and Austin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Antonio Bus Station station and arriving at Austin Eastside Bus Plaza. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Downtown San Antonio and Austin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Antonio Station station and arriving at Austin. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Downtown San Antonio to Austin?

The distance between Downtown San Antonio and Austin is 79 miles. The road distance is 78.8 miles.

How do I travel from Downtown San Antonio to Austin without a car?

The best way to get from Downtown San Antonio to Austin without a car is to bus which takes 1h 25m and costs $11 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Downtown San Antonio to Austin?

The bus from San Antonio Bus Station to Austin Eastside Bus Plaza takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Downtown San Antonio to Austin bus from?

Downtown San Antonio to Austin bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Antonio Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Downtown San Antonio to Austin train from?

Downtown San Antonio to Austin train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Antonio Station.

Train or bus from Downtown San Antonio to Austin?

The best way to get from Downtown San Antonio to Austin is to bus which takes 1h 25m and costs $11 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $26 - $55 and takes 2h 28m.

Where does the Downtown San Antonio to Austin bus arrive?

Downtown San Antonio to Austin bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Austin Eastside Bus Plaza station.

Where does the Downtown San Antonio to Austin train arrive?

Downtown San Antonio to Austin train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Austin station.

Can I drive from Downtown San Antonio to Austin?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown San Antonio to Austin is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Downtown San Antonio to Austin.

How do I get a train ticket from Downtown San Antonio to Austin?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Downtown San Antonio to Austin?

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Downtown San Antonio to Austin - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Downtown San Antonio to Austin by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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1. Take the bus from San Antonio Bus Station to Austin Eastside Bus Plazabus Greyhound US1160 / ...
1h 25m
$11–40
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Antonio Station to Austintrain Texas Eagle
2h 28m
$26–55
Drive 78.4 mi
1. Drive from Downtown San Antonio to Austincar 78.4 mi
1h 22m
$15–21

Downtown San Antonio to Austin by bus

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Distance: 78.8 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Downtown San Antonio, TX, USA and Austin, TX, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from San Antonio Bus Station to Austin Eastside Bus Plaza every 2 hours. Tickets cost $11–23 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Antonio Station to Austin once daily. Tickets cost $26–55 and the journey takes 2h 28m.

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