The cheapest and fastest trains from Dallas, TX to Austin, TX
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
6 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dallas, TX to Austin, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dallas, TX to Austin, TX will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 1 trains that leave Dallas, TX for Austin, TX every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 293 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1021 Texas Eagle
1021 Texas EagleTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Dallas, TX to Austin, TX
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dallas, TX to Austin, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £196.
Distance: 293 km
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Live departures
Dallas, TX to Austin, TX train times
The table below shows live departures for Dallas, TX to Austin, TX trains for tomorrow, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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1021 Texas Eagle | 20:30 Union Station, Dallas, TX | 6h35 | 03:05 Austin Station, Austin, TX | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dallas, TX to Austin, TX
Trains from Dallas, TX to Austin, TX run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:24, the last at 13:00. The fastest train covers the 293 km distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 293 km |
Average train duration 6h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 35m |
First train 09:24 |
Last train 13:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) from Dallas, TX to Austin, TX trainsAmtrak, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) trains will get you between Dallas, TX and Austin, TX from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART)
FAQs: Dallas, TX to Austin, TX train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dallas, TX to Austin, TX by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Austin, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dallas, TX and Austin, TX
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with several lots around the station, including short-term and long-term options.
- Union Station Wolfgang Puck
- The French Room
- Outside the main entrance.
- $1
- Hyatt Regency Dallas
- Omni Dallas Hotel
- The Adolphus, Autograph Collection
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: DART light rail platforms
- Hall 3: event spaces and dining
- DART Light Rail: Red Line, Blue Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free for passengers
- The Driskill
- Hotel Ella
- Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is a single-level facility with an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Capital Metro routes available
- Train: Served by Amtrak's Texas Eagle
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