Train from San Diego, CA, US to Dallas, TX: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from San Diego to Dallas on 14 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Old Town San Diego
Eddie Bernice Johnson Union StationCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Old Town San Diego
Eddie Bernice Johnson Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Old Town San Diego
Eddie Bernice Johnson Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Santa Fe Depot
Eddie Bernice Johnson Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Santa Fe Depot
Eddie Bernice Johnson Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Dallas

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Dallas. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours and with fares starting at just R 2 312, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
1d 11hAverage duration
1898 kmDistance
47kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 312 - R 8 236Average duration1d 11h
47kg CO₂e
Average priceR 3 996 - R 25 461Average duration1d 21h
173kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Dallas, TX by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from San Diego to Dallas?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Dallas start from R 3 996. The average price for this train route is around R 6 431. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from San Diego to Dallas?

    The average train journey time from San Diego to Dallas is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1904 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the San Diego to Dallas route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to Dallas?

    The earliest train from San Diego to Dallas departs at 16:01. And the latest train departs at 16:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
11/12
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12/12
R 5 224
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14/12
R 7 386
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17/12
R 6 193
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Dallas, TX was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 5 224

To 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 Dallas, TX as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 5 224 to R 17 903 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Dallas, TX based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 193, which is on 2025-12-17.

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