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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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 | Seattle King Street Station | Old Town San Diego | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Seattle King Street Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags | |||||
| Seattle King Street Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags | |||||
| Seattle King Street Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags | |||||
| Seattle King Street Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5637 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 $146
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US by train
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How much is the train ticket from Seattle to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to San Diego start from $163. The average price for this train route is around $184. 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 Seattle to San Diego?
The average train ride duration from Seattle to San Diego is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1061 miles (1711 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Seattle to San Diego route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Seattle to San Diego?
The earliest train departs from Seattle to San Diego at 9:55am. And the latest train departs at 9:55am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $172To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $172 to $1,067 for a train ticket from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $172 which is on 2025-12-14.
What's the cheapest way to go from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Seattle 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 $184 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $163. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Diego, CA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US in about 1d 14h - that's the fastest way to get there!
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