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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Gallup Station | Santa Fe Depot | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Gallup Station | Old Town San Diego | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Gallup Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gallup Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Gallup to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 19 hours 39 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 191, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5665 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 R 2 191
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gallup 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 Gallup to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Gallup to San Diego start from R 2 191. The average price for this train route is around R 3 418. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gallup to San Diego?
The average train journey time from Gallup to San Diego is 19h 39m, covering a distance of 837 km. The quickest train can get you there in 19h 39m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Gallup 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 Gallup to San Diego?
The earliest train from Gallup to San Diego departs at 18:14. And the latest train departs at 18:14.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gallup to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 22 Dec 2025 with a price of R 9 262To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gallup to San Diego, CA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 9 262 to R 9 571 for a train ticket from Gallup to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 9 262, which is on 2025-12-22.
What's the cheapest way to go from Gallup to San Diego, CA, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Gallup and San Diego, CA, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 3 418 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 2 191. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Diego, CA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Gallup to San Diego, CA, US in about 17h 35m – that's the fastest way to get there!
