TX → IL · about 922 miles
San Marcos to Pontiac train schedule
Amtrak runs 10 direct trains a week from San Marcos to Pontiac. The fastest takes 27 hours 16 minutes; every train leaves at 8:22 AM.
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- Trains a week
- 10
- Fastest trip
- 27h 16m
- Leaves at
- 8:22 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from San Marcos Amtrak and arrives at Pontiac Amtrak Station. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:22 AM | 11:38 AM +1 day | 27h 16m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in San Marcos Where you get off in Pontiac 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 Pontiac
- Pontiac Amtrak Station Map of Pontiac Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Pontiac to San Marcos
Questions
How long is the train from San Marcos to Pontiac?
The fastest direct train takes 27 hours 16 minutes; the typical trip is 27 hours 16 minutes.
What time is the first train from San Marcos to Pontiac?
Every departure is at 8:22 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from San Marcos to Pontiac?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in San Marcos?
Trains to Pontiac leave from San Marcos Amtrak.