Train from Buffalo, NY to San Diego, CA, US: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Buffalo to San Diego on 5 December
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Depew Station
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Depew Station
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Depew Station
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
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Depew Station
Old Town San DiegoNo tags
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Depew Station
Old Town San DiegoNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Buffalo 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 2 days, 15 hours 14 minutes and with fares starting at just £269, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
2d 15hAverage duration
2187 milesDistance
321kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£173 - £485Average duration3d 6h
88kg CO₂e
Average price£269 - £1,764Average duration2d 15h
321kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Buffalo, NY 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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Buffalo to San Diego start from £269. The average price for this train route is around £270. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Buffalo to San Diego?

    The average train journey time from Buffalo to San Diego is 2d 15h, covering a distance of 2187 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 15h and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Buffalo to San Diego departs at 00:39. And the latest train departs at 00:39.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £259

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

You can expect to pay from £259 to £1,509 for a train ticket from Buffalo, NY to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £259, which is on 2025-12-10.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Buffalo, NY 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 £270 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £269. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Diego, CA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Buffalo, NY to San Diego, CA, US in about 2d 15h – that's the fastest way to get there!

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