How much is the train ticket from San Diego to Dallas?

The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Dallas start at $327. The average price for this train route is around $526. 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 Dallas?

The average train trip from San Diego to Dallas takes 1d 21h and covers 1904 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Diego to Dallas route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to Dallas?

The earliest train from San Diego to Dallas departs at 4:01pm. The latest train departs at 4:10pm.

Train San Diego to Dallas from $266 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Diego to Dallas on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:10pm	Old Town San Diego	1d 21h	3:18pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:10pm	Old Town San Diego	1d 21h	3:18pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	No tags
Train	4:10pm	Old Town San Diego	1d 21h	3:18pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	No tags
Train	4:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	1d 21h	3:18pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	No tags
Train	4:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	1d 21h	3:18pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:21 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Dallas

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Dallas. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours, and with fares starting at just $189, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

1898 kmDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$189 - $673	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$327 - $2,079	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 173kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,644 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5644 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $327

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Dallas, TX 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 Dallas?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Dallas start at $327. The average price for this train route is around $526. 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 Dallas?
The average train trip from San Diego to Dallas takes 1d 21h and covers 1904 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego to Dallas route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to Dallas?
The earliest train from San Diego to Dallas departs at 4:01pm. 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.

Best price found

12-12

$427

12-13

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$604

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12-17

$506

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12-19

$604

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Dallas, TX was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $427

To 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 Dallas, TX, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $427 to $1,462 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Dallas, TX based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $506 which is on 2025-12-17.