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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Needles Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags | ||||
| Train | Needles Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Needles Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Needles Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags | ||||
| Train | Needles Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags |
Get from Needles to San Diego
The journey takes about 12 hours 39 minutes, and with fares starting at just $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $110
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Needles 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.
How much is the train ticket from Needles to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Needles to San Diego start at $110. The average price for this train route is around $137. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Needles to San Diego?
The average train trip from Needles to San Diego takes 12h 39m and covers 334 km. The quickest train gets you there in 12h 39m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Needles to San Diego route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Needles to San Diego?
The earliest train from Needles to San Diego departs at 12:14am. The latest train departs at 12:14am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Needles to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $105To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Needles to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $105 to $580 for a train ticket from Needles to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $105 which is on 2025-12-16.
