Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Old Town San Diego | Fort Madison, IA | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Fort Madison, IA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Fort Madison, IA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Fort Madison, IA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Fort Madison, IA | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:06 PM PST.
Get from San Diego to Fort Madison
The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 6 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 3 434, 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 with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 434
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Fort Madison 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 Fort Madison?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Fort Madison start from R 3 434. The average price for this train route is around R 4 765. 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 Fort Madison?
The average train journey time from San Diego to Fort Madison is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 2457 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego to Fort Madison 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 Fort Madison?
The earliest train from San Diego to Fort Madison 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 Fort Madison was searched and found on 23 Jan 2026 with a price of R 4 584To 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 Fort Madison as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 4 584 to R 22 294 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Fort Madison based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 584, which is on 2026-01-26.
