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Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 494, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5638 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 R 3 494
Amtrak Houston San Diego recent customer reviews
Because my Houston train was 3.5hrs late I missed my connection twice and had to book a Flix bus to get me to San Diego by 11am so I paid extra
Lynx T.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to San Diego, CA, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Houston to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Houston to San Diego start from R 3 494. The average price for this train route is around R 4 156. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Houston to San Diego?
The average train journey time from Houston to San Diego is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 2095 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Houston to San Diego 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 Houston to San Diego?
The earliest train from Houston to San Diego departs at 18:55. And the latest train departs at 18:55.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 355To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Houston, US to San Diego, CA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 355 to R 18 036 for a train ticket from Houston, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 355, which is on 2025-12-15.
What's the cheapest way to go from Houston, US to San Diego, CA, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Houston, US and San Diego, CA, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 4 156 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 3 494. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Diego, CA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Houston, US to San Diego, CA, US in about 1d 16h – that's the fastest way to get there!
