CA → TX · about 1,125 miles
Palm Springs to San Marcos train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Palm Springs to San Marcos. The fastest takes 29 hours 46 minutes; every train leaves at 12:36 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 29h 46m
- Leaves at
- 12:36 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Palm Springs Amtrak and arrives at San Marcos Amtrak. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:36 AM | 8:22 AM +1 day | 29h 46m | Wed, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Palm Springs Where you get off in San Marcos The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Palm Springs
Where the train stops in San Marcos
- San Marcos Amtrak Map of San Marcos Amtrak (Google Maps)
Return trip: San Marcos to Palm Springs
Questions
How long is the train from Palm Springs to San Marcos?
The fastest direct train takes 29 hours 46 minutes.
What time is the first train from Palm Springs to San Marcos?
Every departure is at 12:36 AM (Wed, Fri, Sun).
Which rail companies go from Palm Springs to San Marcos?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Palm Springs?
Trains to San Marcos leave from Palm Springs Amtrak.