Train from Salem, OR, US to San Diego, CA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Salem to San Diego on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Salem
Santa Fe DepotCheapest
Amtrak
Salem
Old Town San DiegoFastest
Amtrak
Salem
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
Amtrak
Salem
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
Amtrak
Salem
Santa Fe DepotNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salem 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 day, 9 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 752, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1d 9hAverage duration
1445 kmDistance
131kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 2 090 - R 8 426Average duration1d 19h
36kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 2 752 - R 13 889Average duration1d 9h
131kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salem, OR, 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Salem to San Diego?

    The cheapest train tickets from Salem to San Diego start from R 2 752. The average price for this train route is around R 3 716. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Salem to San Diego is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1445 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Salem to San Diego 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 Salem to San Diego?

    The earliest train from Salem to San Diego departs at 15:39. And the latest train departs at 15:39.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/12
R 3 191
11/12
R 3 829
Today
R 4 087
13/12
R 3 639
14/12
R 4 053
15/12
R 4 053
16/12
R 3 829
17/12
R 3 639
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salem, OR, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 191

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 191 to R 12 382 for a train ticket from Salem, OR, 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 3 639, which is on 2025-12-13.

What's the cheapest way to go from Salem, OR, US to San Diego, CA, US?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Salem, OR, 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 3 716 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 2 752. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Diego, CA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Salem, OR, US to San Diego, CA, US in about 1d 9h – that's the fastest way to get there!

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