Train from San Diego, CA, US to El Paso, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for San Diego to El Paso on May 19
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Santa Fe Depot
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Old Town San Diego
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Santa Fe Depot
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Old Town San Diego
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Santa Fe Depot
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to El Paso

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 19 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just NOK 638, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
19h 50mAverage Duration
1014 kmDistance
25kgCO₂ emissions
Average PriceNOK 638 - NOK 2,726Average Duration19h 50m
25kg CO₂e
Average PriceNOK 1,466 - NOK 2,350Average Duration21h 59m
92kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to El Paso, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from San Diego to El Paso?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to El Paso start at NOK 1,466. The average price for this train route is around NOK 1,761. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from San Diego to El Paso?

    The average train trip from San Diego to El Paso takes 21h 59m and covers 1011 km. The quickest train gets you there in 21h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the San Diego to El Paso route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to El Paso?

    The earliest train from San Diego to El Paso 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.

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05-20
NOK 1,434
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NOK 1,681
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to El Paso, US was searched and found on May 20, 2026 with a price of NOK 1,434

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 El Paso, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from NOK 1,434 to NOK 7,121 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to El Paso, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 1,434 which is on 2026-05-20.

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