Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Santa Fe Depot | La Junta, CO | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | La Junta, CO | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | La Junta, CO | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | La Junta, CO | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | La Junta, CO | No tags |
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Get from San Diego to La Junta
The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just $177, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5652 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 $177
Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to La Junta, 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 San Diego to La Junta?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to La Junta start from $177. The average price for this train route is around $238. 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 San Diego to La Junta?
The average train ride duration from San Diego to La Junta is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 848 miles (1367 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Diego to La Junta 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 San Diego to La Junta?
The earliest train departs from San Diego to La Junta at 2:01pm. And the latest train departs at 2:10pm.
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 La Junta, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $169To 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 La Junta, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $169 to $1,140 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to La Junta, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $320 which is on 2025-12-18.
