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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Old Town San Diego | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Old Town San Diego | No tags | ||||
| Train | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Old Town San Diego | No tags | ||||
| Train | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Old Town San Diego | No tags | ||||
| Train | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Old Town San Diego | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 3 days, 4 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $134, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $268
Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City to San Diego, CA, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from New York City to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from New York City to San Diego start from $268. The average price for this train route is around $518. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from New York City to San Diego?
The average train ride duration from New York City to San Diego is 3d 3h, covering a distance of 2424 miles (3910 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the New York City to San Diego route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from New York City to San Diego?
The earliest train departs from New York City to San Diego at 6:45am. And the latest train departs at 3:40pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New York City to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Jan 25, 2026 with a price of $432To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New York City to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $432 to $2,386 for a train ticket from New York City to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $455 which is on 2026-01-27.
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