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

Next departures

Next departures for San Diego to Raleigh on February 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Santa Fe Depot
Union StationCheapest
Amtrak
Old Town San Diego
Union StationFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:02 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Raleigh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 2 days, 14 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $220, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
2d 14hAverage Duration
3541 kmDistance
89kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$220 - $836Average Duration2d 14h
89kg CO₂e
Average Price$493 - $2,191Average Duration3d 2h
322kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Raleigh 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 Raleigh?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Raleigh start at $493. The average price for this train route is around $601. 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 Raleigh?

    The average train trip from San Diego to Raleigh takes 3d 2h and covers 3535 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.

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

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

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

    The earliest train from San Diego to Raleigh departs at 2:01pm. 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
02-14
$739
02-15
$676
Today
$670
02-17
$739
02-18
No data
02-19
$2,363
02-20
$676
02-21
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Raleigh was searched and found on Feb 16, 2026 with a price of $670

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 Raleigh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $670 to $5,916 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $676 which is on 2026-02-20.

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