How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to San Diego?

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to San Diego start from R 604. The average price for this train route is around R 621. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to San Diego?

The average train journey time from Los Angeles to San Diego is 2h 54m, covering a distance of 179 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 43m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to San Diego route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 35 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to San Diego?

The earliest train from Los Angeles to San Diego departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 22:10.

Train Los Angeles to San Diego from R 565 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to San Diego on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 39m	08:49	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 54m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 54m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to San Diego on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 39m	08:49	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 54m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 54m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to San Diego on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 39m	08:49	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 54m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 54m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to San Diego on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 39m	08:49	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 54m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 54m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to San Diego on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 39m	08:49	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 54m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 54m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to San Diego on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 39m	08:49	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 54m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 54m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to San Diego on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 39m	08:49	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 54m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 54m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to San Diego on 6 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 39m	08:49	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 54m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	06:10	Union Station	2h 54m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:10	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Los Angeles 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 2 hours 54 minutes and with fares starting at just R 604, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35train per day

2h 54mAverage duration

179 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 347 - R 1 424	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 604 - R 2 507	Average duration2h 54m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 1 050 - R 1 132	Average duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Users have shared positive experiences about their trips, highlighting the comfort of the seats and amenities such as air conditioning, internet access, and chargers. Additionally, they appreciated that the bus arrived at its destination on time. Overall, these reviews reflect a pleasant and comfortable travel experience with reliable service.

Amtrak Los Angeles San Diego recent customer reviews

It was very comfortable to seat, air conditioner, internet and charger, got to SD on time.

Viktoriia M.

11 September 2023

Great customer service and trains on time

Ricardo M.

23 December 2024

It was really a nice and pleasant trip

Prem K.

19 June 2024

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to San Diego start from R 604. The average price for this train route is around R 621. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to San Diego?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to San Diego is 2h 54m, covering a distance of 179 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 43m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to San Diego route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 35 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to San Diego?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to San Diego departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 22:10.

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The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 565

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

You can expect to pay from R 565 to R 6 659 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, 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 565, which is on 2026-01-30.