Train from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Portland to San Diego on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Union Station
Old Town San DiegoCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Old Town San DiegoNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:07 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to San Diego

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, 10 hours 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just $230, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1d 10hAverage Duration
1497 kmDistance
136kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$146 - $627Average Duration1d 15h
37kg CO₂e
Average Price$230 - $471Average Duration1d 10h
136kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR 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 Portland to San Diego?

    The cheapest train tickets from Portland to San Diego start at $230. The average price for this train route is around $278. 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 Portland to San Diego?

    The average train trip from Portland to San Diego takes 1d 10h and covers 1497 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Portland 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 Portland to San Diego?

    The earliest train from Portland to San Diego departs at 2:22pm. The latest train departs at 2:22pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
11-26
$425
11-27
$356
Today
$452
11-29
$455
11-30
$966
12-01
$425
12-02
$298
12-03
$267
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $267

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

You can expect to pay from $267 to $1,912 for a train ticket from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $267 which is on 2025-12-03.

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