- San Marcos to San Diego trains
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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 | San Marcos Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
![]() | Train | San Marcos Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags | ||||
![]() | Train | San Marcos Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
![]() | Train | San Marcos Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags | ||||
![]() | Train | San Marcos Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from San Marcos 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, 16 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just $231, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5618 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 $231
Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Marcos, TX, US 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 San Marcos to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from San Marcos to San Diego start from $231. The average price for this train route is around $271. 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 Marcos to San Diego?
The average train ride duration from San Marcos to San Diego is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1150 miles (1855 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Marcos 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 San Marcos to San Diego?
The earliest train departs from San Marcos to San Diego at 7:33pm. And the latest train departs at 7:33pm.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Marcos, TX, US to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.
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