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

The average train ticket price from Seattle to San Diego is £155. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Seattle to San Diego 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!

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

A train trip between Seattle and San Diego is around 1d 15h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 14h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1063 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Seattle and San Diego?

The number of trains from Seattle to San Diego can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Seattle to San Diego by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Seattle to San Diego?

When taking the train from Seattle to San Diego, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Seattle to San Diego from £110 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Seattle to San Diego on 21 November
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 9h	19:50	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 22 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 19h	05:25	Santa Fe Depot	Cheapest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 9h	19:50	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 23 November
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 9h	19:50	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 24 November
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 9h	19:50	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 9h	19:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to San Diego on 25 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 9h	19:50	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 9h	19:50	Old Town San Diego	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 10h	20:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 10h	20:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to San Diego on 26 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 9h	19:50	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 15h	01:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 15h	01:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to San Diego on 27 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 9h	19:50	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 15h	01:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 15h	01:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 19:35 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, 15 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just £128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 15hAverage duration

1061 milesDistance

156kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£80 - £382	Average duration1d 23h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£128 - £758	Average duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 156kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,594 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5594 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 £114

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

How much does a cheap train ticket from Seattle to San Diego cost?
The average train ticket price from Seattle to San Diego is £155. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Seattle to San Diego 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!
How long is the train trip from Seattle to San Diego?
A train trip between Seattle and San Diego is around 1d 15h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 14h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1063 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Seattle and San Diego?
The number of trains from Seattle to San Diego can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Seattle to San Diego by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Seattle to San Diego?
When taking the train from Seattle to San Diego, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

17/11

£169

18/11

£136

Today

£154

20/11

£252

21/11

£252

22/11

£240

23/11

£252

24/11

£267

The cheapest trip from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of £136

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 £136 to £974 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 £240, which is on 2025-11-22.