Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Santa Fe Depot | Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Dallas
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Dallas. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours and with fares starting at just R 2 292, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5652 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 3 961
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Dallas, TX 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 San Diego to Dallas?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Dallas start from R 3 961. The average price for this train route is around R 6 393. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Diego to Dallas?
The average train journey time from San Diego to Dallas is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1902 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego to Dallas 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 San Diego to Dallas?
The earliest train from San Diego to Dallas departs at 16:01. And the latest train departs at 16:10.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Dallas, TX was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 6 139To 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 Dallas, TX as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 6 139 to R 17 748 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Dallas, TX based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 139, which is on 2025-12-17.
