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

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to San Diego start from £125. The average price for this train route is around £141. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Seattle to San Diego is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1061 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 09:55. And the latest train departs at 09:55.

Train Seattle to San Diego from £107 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Seattle to San Diego on 12 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to San Diego on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 19h	05:35	Santa Fe Depot	Cheapest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to San Diego on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 19h	05:35	Santa Fe Depot	Cheapest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to San Diego on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 19h	05:35	Santa Fe Depot	Cheapest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to San Diego on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to San Diego on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	00:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 22:25 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 £125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 14hAverage duration

1061 milesDistance

156kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£82 - £354	Average duration2d	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£125 - £683	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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £112

US train 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Seattle to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to San Diego start from £125. The average price for this train route is around £141. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Seattle to San Diego?
The average train journey time from Seattle to San Diego is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1061 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 09:55. And the latest train departs at 09:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£164

10/12

£170

Today

£197

12/12

£197

13/12

£207

14/12

£132

15/12

£184

16/12

£184

The cheapest trip from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £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, CA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £132 to £817 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 £132, 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£146	Daily departures22
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d 14h	Avg price£141	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 £141 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £125. 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!