Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Amtrak Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 days, 9 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just R 4 235, 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 4 235
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI 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 Detroit to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Detroit to San Diego start from R 4 235. The average price for this train route is around R 5 696. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Detroit to San Diego?
The average train journey time from Detroit to San Diego is 2d 9h, covering a distance of 3168 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Detroit 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 Detroit to San Diego?
The earliest train from Detroit to San Diego departs at 06:26. And the latest train departs at 06:26.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of R 4 532To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Detroit, MI to San Diego, CA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 4 532 to R 16 911 for a train ticket from Detroit, MI to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 156, which is on 2026-01-30.
