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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Old Town San Diego | Barstow Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
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| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Barstow Station | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Barstow
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Barstow. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 657, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5750 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 984
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Barstow 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 San Diego to Barstow?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Barstow start from R 984. The average price for this train route is around R 1 035. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Diego to Barstow?
The average train journey time from San Diego to Barstow is 6h 52m, covering a distance of 244 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego to Barstow 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 San Diego to Barstow?
The earliest train from San Diego to Barstow departs at 14:01. And the latest train departs at 14:10.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Barstow was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 981To 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 Barstow as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 981 to R 4 625 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Barstow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 981, which is on 2026-01-28.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Barstow?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Diego, CA, US and Barstow 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 1 035 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 984. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Barstow, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego, CA, US to Barstow in about 6h 30m – that's the fastest way to get there!
