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

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Next departures from San Diego to Flagstaff on 9 December
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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Flagstaff. The journey takes about 13 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
13h 50mAverage duration
359 milesDistance
53kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£61 - £214Average duration20h 4m
14kg CO₂e
Average price£83 - £387Average duration13h 50m
53kg CO₂e

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

    The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Flagstaff start from £83. The average price for this train route is around £96. 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 San Diego to Flagstaff?

    The average train journey time from San Diego to Flagstaff is 13h 50m, covering a distance of 359 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 13h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from San Diego to Flagstaff departs at 14:01. And the latest train departs at 14:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
06/12
£92
07/12
£92
Today
£106
09/12
£80
10/12
£80
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£80
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Flagstaff, US was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £80

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 Flagstaff, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £80 to £337 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Flagstaff, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £80, which is on 2025-12-09.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between San Diego, CA, US and Flagstaff, 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 £96 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £83. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Flagstaff, US, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego, CA, US to Flagstaff, US in about 13h 50m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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