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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Redding Station | Old Town San Diego | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Redding Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Redding Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Redding Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Redding Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Redding to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 22 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5638 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 $127
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Redding 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 Redding to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Redding to San Diego start from $129. The average price for this train route is around $156. 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 Redding to San Diego?
The average train ride duration from Redding to San Diego is 22h 19m, covering a distance of 615 miles (991 km). The quickest train can get you there in 17h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Redding 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 Redding to San Diego?
The earliest train departs from Redding to San Diego at 2:31am. And the latest train departs at 2:31am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Redding to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $137To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Redding to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $137 to $699 for a train ticket from Redding to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $199 which is on 2025-12-12.
What's the cheapest way to go from Redding to San Diego, CA, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Redding 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 $156 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $129. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Diego, CA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Redding to San Diego, CA, US in about 22h 19m - that's the fastest way to get there!
