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| Train | Uptown Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bloomington to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 days, 22 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 679, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 303
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to San Diego, CA, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to San Diego start from R 3 303. The average price for this train route is around R 6 300. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bloomington to San Diego?
The average train journey time from Bloomington to San Diego is 2d 19h, covering a distance of 2648 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Bloomington to San Diego route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bloomington to San Diego?
The earliest train from Bloomington to San Diego departs at 09:16. And the latest train departs at 16:22.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of R 4 344To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bloomington, IL to San Diego, CA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 4 344 to R 18 333 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 344, which is on 2026-01-30.
