Train from San Diego, CA, US to Saint Paul, US: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from San Diego to Saint Paul on 27 January
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Santa Fe Depot
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Old Town San Diego
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Santa Fe Depot
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Old Town San Diego
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Santa Fe Depot
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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Saint Paul

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Saint Paul. The journey takes about 2 days, 18 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £172, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
2d 18hAverage duration
1530 milesDistance
62kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£172 - £172Average duration2d 18h
62kg CO₂e
Average price£355 - £456Average duration3d
225kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Saint Paul, US by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from San Diego to Saint Paul?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Saint Paul start from £355. The average price for this train route is around £356. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from San Diego to Saint Paul?

    The average train journey time from San Diego to Saint Paul is 3d , covering a distance of 1535 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3d and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the San Diego to Saint Paul route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from San Diego to Saint Paul departs at 06:01. And the latest train departs at 06:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Saint Paul, US was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of £342

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 Saint Paul, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £342 to £1,004 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Saint Paul, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £342, which is on 2026-01-27.

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