Train from San Diego, CA, US to Santa Clara, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for San Diego to Santa Clara on December 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Old Town San Diego
Santa Ana Regional Transportation CenterNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Santa Fe Depot
Santa Ana Regional Transportation CenterNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Old Town San Diego
Santa Ana Regional Transportation CenterNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Santa Fe Depot
Santa Ana Regional Transportation CenterNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Old Town San Diego
Santa Ana Regional Transportation CenterNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Santa Clara

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Clara. The journey takes about 1 hour 54 minutes, and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16train per day
1h 54mAverage Duration
132 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$20 - $20Average Duration2h 5m
3kg CO₂e
Average Price$45 - $45Average Duration1h 54m
12kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Santa Clara, 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 San Diego to Santa Clara?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Santa Clara start at $45. The average price for this train route is around $45. 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 San Diego to Santa Clara?

    The average train trip from San Diego to Santa Clara takes 1h 54m and covers 132 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 49m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the San Diego to Santa Clara route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from San Diego to Santa Clara departs at 4:01am. The latest train departs at 9:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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12-10
$41
12-11
$41
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$41
12-13
$41
12-14
$41
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$41
12-16
$41
12-17
$41
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Santa Clara, US was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $41

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

You can expect to pay from $41 to $228 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Santa Clara, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-12-13.

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