TX → CA · about 1,125 miles
San Marcos to Palm Springs train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from San Marcos to Palm Springs. The fastest takes 31 hours 54 minutes; every train leaves at 8:08 PM.
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- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 31h 54m
- Leaves at
- 8:08 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from San Marcos Amtrak and arrives at Palm Springs 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:08 PM | 2:02 AM +2 day | 31h 54m | Mon, Wed, Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in San Marcos Where you get off in Palm Springs The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in San Marcos
- San Marcos Amtrak Map of San Marcos Amtrak (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Palm Springs
Return trip: Palm Springs to San Marcos
Questions
How long is the train from San Marcos to Palm Springs?
The fastest direct train takes 31 hours 54 minutes.
What time is the first train from San Marcos to Palm Springs?
Every departure is at 8:08 PM (Mon, Wed, Sat).
Which rail companies go from San Marcos to Palm Springs?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in San Marcos?
Trains to Palm Springs leave from San Marcos Amtrak.