Train from San Diego, CA, US to Newark, NJ: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from San Diego to Newark on 9 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Santa Fe Depot
EWR Airport - AirTrain P4CheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Santa Fe Depot
EWR Airport - AirTrain P4No tags
AmtrakTrain
Santa Fe Depot
EWR Airport - AirTrain P4No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:18 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 2 days, 23 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 881, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
2d 23hAverage duration
3896 kmDistance
97kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 881 - R 11 383Average duration2d 23h
97kg CO₂e
Average priceR 6 608 - R 37 127Average duration3d 1h
354kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Newark, NJ 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 Newark?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Newark start from R 6 608. The average price for this train route is around R 8 633. 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 Newark?

    The average train journey time from San Diego to Newark is 3d 1h, covering a distance of 3894 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3d and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from San Diego to Newark departs at 14:01. And the latest train departs at 14:01.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
05/02
R 8 618
06/02
No data
Today
R 7 006
08/02
No data
09/02
R 8 371
10/02
R 13 519
11/02
No data
12/02
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 07 Feb 2026 with a price of R 7 006

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 Newark, NJ as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 7 006 to R 32 020 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 8 371, which is on 2026-02-09.

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