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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Santa Fe Depot | Union Terminal | Cheapest | |||||
| Old Town San Diego | Union Terminal | Fastest |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Cincinnati
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 2 days, 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £284, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5677 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £359
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Cincinnati by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from San Diego to Cincinnati?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Cincinnati start from £270. The average price for this train route is around £270. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Diego to Cincinnati?
The average train journey time from San Diego to Cincinnati is 2d 10h, covering a distance of 1865 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego to Cincinnati route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to Cincinnati?
The earliest train from San Diego to Cincinnati departs at 14:01. And the latest train departs at 14:10.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Cincinnati was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of £1,306To 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 Cincinnati as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £1,306 to £1,945 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £1,945, which is on 2025-12-29.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Cincinnati?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Diego, CA, US and Cincinnati is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £270 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £270. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Cincinnati, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego, CA, US to Cincinnati in about 2d 6h – that's the fastest way to get there!
