Train from Las Vegas, NM, US to San Diego, CA, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Las Vegas to San Diego on December 16
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AmtrakTrain
Las Vegas. NM
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Las Vegas. NM
Old Town San DiegoNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Las Vegas. NM
Old Town San DiegoNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Las Vegas. NM
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Las Vegas. NM
Santa Fe DepotNo tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just $268, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1d 2hAverage Duration
1145 kmDistance
104kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$354 - $354Average Duration1d 4h
28kg CO₂e
Average Price$268 - $313Average Duration1d 2h
104kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Las Vegas, NM, US to San Diego, CA, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Las Vegas to San Diego?

    The cheapest train tickets from Las Vegas to San Diego start at $268. The average price for this train route is around $268. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Las Vegas to San Diego?

    The average train trip from Las Vegas to San Diego takes 1d 2h and covers 1145 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Las Vegas to San Diego route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Las Vegas to San Diego?

    The earliest train from Las Vegas to San Diego departs at 11:37am. The latest train departs at 11:37am.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Las Vegas, NM, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $191

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Las Vegas, NM, US to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $191 to $1,183 for a train ticket from Las Vegas, NM, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $191 which is on 2025-12-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from Las Vegas, NM, US to San Diego, CA, US?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Las Vegas, NM, US and San Diego, CA, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $268 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $268. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Diego, CA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Las Vegas, NM, US to San Diego, CA, US in about 1d 2h —that's the fastest way to get there!

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