Cheapest day | Friday |
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Most expensive day | Saturday |
Average price (round-trip) | $312 |
Average price (one-way) | $128 |
Austin Train Station is the most searched station in Austin by KAYAK users.
Amtrak is the only train company serving Austin.
Chicago to Austin - 28h 43m
Los Angeles to Austin - 33h 24m
El Paso to Austin - 16h 39m
San Antonio to Austin - 2h 26m
Dallas to Austin - 6h 35m
Little Rock to Austin - 15h 31m
Yes. While Amtrak generally lets passengers travel with two personal and two carry-on items at no cost, a checked baggage service is only available on select routes and train stations. Fortunately, Amtrak Texas Eagle, which journeys the route through Austin, allows travelers to check-in their luggage, and your arrival train station also offers a checked baggage service. You can check-in a maximum of four pieces of luggage only, two of them at zero cost and the other two at about $20 each. You must check in your luggage at least 45min before your scheduled train departure.
Yes, they do. Amtrak Texas Eagle trains offer various dining options, including a café service and flexible dining. You’ll have various meal options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, while beverages include non-alcoholic and alcoholic servings. The food usually comes at a price payable by major payment cards, but you might qualify for complimentary drinks throughout your journey per the class of service you reserve.
Your four-legged companion is welcome aboard Amtrak trains, thanks to the flexible pet policy and seamless check-in process. The rail carrier allows passengers to board with cats and dogs in pet carriers as long as the combined weight doesn’t exceed 20 pounds. Also, you should ensure that your journey doesn’t last more than 7h if you’re planning to bring your pet on your train ride.
Amtrak trains have accessible seats for persons with mobility impairments or disabilities. The trains have accessible seats, which feature extra room to transfer from the wheelchair seat to the train seat. The seats can also accommodate people with walkers, large service animals, or a leg in a cast. You’ll also find storage space for your foldable wheelchair.