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

Next departures

Next departures for San Diego to Pittsburgh on December 5
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Old Town San Diego
Union StationCheapest
Amtrak
Old Town San Diego
Union StationFastest
Amtrak
Santa Fe Depot
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Santa Fe Depot
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Santa Fe Depot
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Pittsburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Pittsburgh. The journey takes about 2 days, 12 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $237, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
2d 12hAverage Duration
3399 kmDistance
85kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$237 - $757Average Duration2d 12h
85kg CO₂e
Average Price$544 - $2,316Average Duration2d 12h
310kg CO₂e

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

    The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Pittsburgh start at $544. The average price for this train route is around $606. 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 Pittsburgh?

    The average train trip from San Diego to Pittsburgh takes 2d 12h and covers 3402 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 11h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the San Diego to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?

    The earliest train from San Diego to Pittsburgh 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
12-02
$664
12-03
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Today
$584
12-05
$627
12-06
$593
12-07
$531
12-08
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12-09
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Pittsburgh was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $531

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 Pittsburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $531 to $4,724 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $531 which is on 2025-12-07.

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