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

Next train departures

Next departures from Santa Clara to San Diego on 29 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center
Santa Fe DepotCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center
Old Town San DiegoFastest
AmtrakTrain
Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center
Santa Fe DepotNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Clara 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 hour 52 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24train per day
1h 52mAverage duration
82 milesDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£24 - £24Average duration1h 55m
3kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£24 - £24Average duration1h 52m
12kg CO₂e

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Santa Clara to San Diego start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £24. 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 Santa Clara to San Diego?

    The average train journey time from Santa Clara to San Diego is 1h 52m, covering a distance of 82 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 24 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Santa Clara to San Diego departs at 07:01. And the latest train departs at 23:01.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£22
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£22
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£22
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£22
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Clara, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of £22

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

You can expect to pay from £22 to £32 for a train ticket from Santa Clara, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2026-01-29.

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