Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Old Town San Diego | 475 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | 475 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | 475 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | 475 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | 475 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA | No tags |
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Get from San Diego to Carpinteria
The journey takes about 5 hours 24 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 792, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5821 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 792
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Carpinteria 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 Carpinteria?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Carpinteria start at ZAR 792. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 792. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from San Diego to Carpinteria?
The average train trip from San Diego to Carpinteria takes 5h 24m and covers 285 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego to Carpinteria route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to Carpinteria?
The earliest train from San Diego to Carpinteria departs at 4:01am. The latest train departs at 4:10pm.
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 Carpinteria was searched and found on Jun 9, 2026 with a price of ZAR 745To 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 Carpinteria, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ZAR 745 to ZAR 1,084 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Carpinteria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 745 which is on 2026-06-11.
