Trains tickets from Seattle to San Diego (CA), US

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Next departures to San Diego

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 6 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: May 8 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 6 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: May 8 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to San Diego

Average PriceUS$71 - US$370Average Duration1d 13h
42kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$619 - US$619Average Duration1d 19h
156kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Seattle to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
1d 13hAverage Duration
US$71Cheapest ticket
42kgCO₂ emissions

Train Seattle to San Diego: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$619
Average train trip duration1d 19h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure9:55am
Distance1711 km

Seattle to San Diego Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to San Diego from Seattle, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Seattle - San Diego

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Seattle to San Diego cost?

    The average train ticket price from Seattle to San Diego is US$619. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Seattle to San Diego is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Seattle to San Diego?

    A train trip between Seattle and San Diego is around 1d 19h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 19h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1715 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Seattle and San Diego?

    The number of trains from Seattle to San Diego can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Seattle to San Diego by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
05-03
US$235
05-04
US$192
Today
US$190
05-06
US$190
05-07
US$190
05-08
US$136
05-09
US$190
05-10
US$132
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to San Diego was searched and found on May 10, 2025 with a price of US$132

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, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$132 to US$1,132 for a train ticket from Seattle to San Diego based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$132 which is on 2025-05-10.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Seattle and San Diego is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in San Diego.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to San Diego you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Seattle and San Diego, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your real-life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your train ride from Seattle to San Diego.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Will you be returning to Seattle by train?

Train from San Diego to Seattle

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