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

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to San Diego start at $230. The average price for this train route is around $259. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Seattle to San Diego?

The average train trip from Seattle to San Diego takes 1d 14h and covers 1711 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Seattle to San Diego route?

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

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

The earliest train from Seattle to San Diego departs at 9:55am. The latest train departs at 9:55am.

Train Seattle to San Diego from $197 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Seattle to San Diego on December 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to San Diego on December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 19h	5:35am	Santa Fe Depot	Cheapest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to San Diego on December 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 19h	5:35am	Santa Fe Depot	Cheapest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to San Diego on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 19h	5:35am	Santa Fe Depot	Cheapest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to San Diego on December 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to San Diego on December 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:25 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to San Diego

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $230, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 14hAverage Duration

1711 kmDistance

156kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$152 - $654	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$230 - $1,259	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 156kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5637 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 $205

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle 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 Seattle to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to San Diego start at $230. The average price for this train route is around $259. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Seattle to San Diego?
The average train trip from Seattle to San Diego takes 1d 14h and covers 1711 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Seattle to San Diego route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Seattle to San Diego?
The earliest train from Seattle to San Diego departs at 9:55am. The latest train departs at 9:55am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-09

$301

12-10

$314

Today

$363

12-12

$363

12-13

$382

12-14

$243

12-15

$339

12-16

$339

The cheapest trip from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $243

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $243 to $1,507 for a train ticket from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $243 which is on 2025-12-14.

What's the cheapest way to go from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time2d	Avg Price$269	Daily Departures22
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time1d 14h	Avg Price$259	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Seattle and San Diego, CA, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $259 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $230. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Diego, CA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US in about 1d 14h —that's the fastest way to get there!