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San Antonio → Chicago

Lowest Price
$194
Highest Price
$374
Daily Trains
8

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Schedule

2026-04-14
DepartsArrivesDurationServicePriceTransfers
11:48am
350 Hoefgen St
6:49pm
Union Station
31h 1m
USTXE
#22
$242Direct
11:48am
350 Hoefgen St
6:49pm
Union Station
31h 1m
USTXE
#422
$293Direct
11:48am
350 Hoefgen St
3:43am
Union Station
39h 55m
AMT
#22:306
$1941 stop
11:48am
350 Hoefgen St
1:00am
Union Station
37h 12m
AMT
#22:318
$2361 stop
11:48am
350 Hoefgen St
7:42pm
Union Station
31h 54m
AMT
#22:822:8904:4
$3743 stops
11:48am
350 Hoefgen St
1:00am
Union Station
37h 12m
AMT
#22:822:8904:4:318
$3314 stops
11:48am
350 Hoefgen St
3:43am
Union Station
39h 55m
AMT
#422:306
$3061 stop
11:48am
350 Hoefgen St
1:00am
Union Station
37h 12m
AMT
#422:318
$3481 stop

Price History

Travel DateLowest PriceChecked
2026-04-14$1942026-04-13
2026-04-13$2372026-04-12
2026-04-12$2522026-04-11
2026-04-11$2492026-04-10

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About the San Antonio to Chicago Train Route

Amtrak train tickets from San Antonio to Chicago currently range from $194 to $374, with 8 trains running daily. Prices vary based on travel date, time of day, and how far in advance you book.

Services on this route include USTXE, AMT. The fastest trip takes 31h 1m, while the longest is 39h 55m.

Trains depart from 350 Hoefgen St and arrive at Union Station.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the train from San Antonio to Chicago cost?

Fares currently range from $194 to $374. Prices depend on service class, travel date, and how far in advance you book.

How long is the train ride from San Antonio to Chicago?

The fastest train takes about 31 hours and 1 minutes. Travel time varies by service type and number of stops.

How many trains run daily from San Antonio to Chicago?

There are typically 8 trains per day on this route. Frequency may vary on weekends and holidays.

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