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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 | Tacoma Dome Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags | ||||
| Train | Tacoma Dome Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Tacoma Dome Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Tacoma Dome Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags | ||||
| Train | Tacoma Dome Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Tacoma 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 7 minutes and with fares starting at just $161, 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 $144
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tacoma 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 Tacoma to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Tacoma to San Diego start from $161. The average price for this train route is around $217. 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 Tacoma to San Diego?
The average train ride duration from Tacoma to San Diego is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1036 miles (1671 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Tacoma 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 Tacoma to San Diego?
The earliest train departs from Tacoma to San Diego at 10:43am. And the latest train departs at 10:43am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Tacoma to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $170To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Tacoma to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $170 to $630 for a train ticket from Tacoma to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $170 which is on 2025-12-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from Tacoma to San Diego, CA, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Tacoma 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 $217 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $161. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Diego, CA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Tacoma to San Diego, CA, US in about 1d 14h - that's the fastest way to get there!
