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

Next departures

Next departures from San Diego to Pittsburgh on 5 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Old Town San Diego
Union StationCheapest
Amtrak
Old Town San Diego
Union StationFastest
Amtrak
Santa Fe Depot
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Santa Fe Depot
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Santa Fe Depot
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Pittsburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Pittsburgh. The journey takes about 2 days, 12 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
2d 12hAverage duration
2108 milesDistance
85kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£127 - £407Average duration2d 12h
85kg CO₂e
Average price£292 - £1,244Average duration2d 12h
310kg CO₂e

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

    The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Pittsburgh start from £292. The average price for this train route is around £326. 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 Pittsburgh?

    The average train journey time from San Diego to Pittsburgh is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 2110 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 11h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the San Diego to Pittsburgh 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 San Diego to Pittsburgh?

    The earliest train from San Diego to Pittsburgh departs at 14:01. And the latest train departs at 16:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
02/12
£357
03/12
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Today
£314
05/12
£337
06/12
£319
07/12
£286
08/12
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Pittsburgh was searched and found on 7 Dec 2025 with a price of £286

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 Pittsburgh as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £286 to £2,538 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £286, which is on 2025-12-07.

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