Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | San Marcos Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | San Marcos Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags | ||||
| Train | San Marcos Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | San Marcos Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags | ||||
| Train | San Marcos Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from San Marcos 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 17 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 368, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5659 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 3 368
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Marcos, TX, 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 San Marcos to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from San Marcos to San Diego start from R 3 368. The average price for this train route is around R 4 649. 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 Marcos to San Diego?
The average train journey time from San Marcos to San Diego is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1855 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Marcos 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 San Marcos to San Diego?
The earliest train from San Marcos to San Diego departs at 19:33. And the latest train departs at 20:08.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Marcos, TX, US to San Diego, CA, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Marcos, TX, 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 4 649 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 3 368. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Diego, CA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from San Marcos, TX, US to San Diego, CA, US in about 1d 16h – that's the fastest way to get there!
