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

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Next departures to Madera

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 11 May at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Old Town San Diego
    Arrival time: 11 May at
    Destination city: Madera
    Destination location: Madera, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 11 May at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: 11 May at
    Destination city: Madera
    Destination location: Madera, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 11 May at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: 11 May at
    Destination city: Madera
    Destination location: Madera, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 11 May at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: 11 May at
    Destination city: Madera
    Destination location: Madera, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 11 May at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: 11 May at
    Destination city: Madera
    Destination location: Madera, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Madera

Average priceUS$48 - US$127Average duration9h 40m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$81 - US$95Average duration10h 40m
49kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to Madera

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Madera. The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
9h 40mAverage duration
US$48Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Train San Diego to Madera: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$82
Average train trip duration10h 40m
Number of daily trains6
Earliest train departure04:01
Distance337 miles
Latest train departure12:10

San Diego to Madera Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego - Madera

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

    The average train ticket price from San Diego to Madera is US$82. The best way to find cheap train tickets from San Diego to Madera 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 train trip from San Diego to Madera?

    A train trip between San Diego and Madera is around 10h 40m, although the fastest train will take about 10h 31m. This is the time it takes to travel the 336 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between San Diego and Madera?

    The number of trains from San Diego to Madera can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from San Diego to Madera 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.

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US$95
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US$95
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego to Madera was searched and found on 11 May 2025 with a price of US$89

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

You can expect to pay from US$89 to US$106 for a train ticket from San Diego to Madera based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$89, which is on 2025-05-11.

About Train Travel

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Madera, 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 San Diego and Madera, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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