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| Old Town San Diego | Austin, TX | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 14 minutes and with fares starting at just US$231, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train San Diego, CA, US to Austin, TX, US: Trip Overview
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Based on 5557 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 US$231
San Diego to Austin Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego, CA, US - Austin, TX, US
How much does a cheap train ticket from San Diego to Austin cost?
The average train ticket price from San Diego to Austin is US$271. The best way to find cheap train tickets from San Diego to Austin is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from San Diego to Austin?
A train trip between San Diego and Austin is around 1d 15h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 15h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1861 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between San Diego and Austin?
The number of trains from San Diego to Austin can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from San Diego to Austin by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from San Diego to Austin?
When taking the train from San Diego to Austin, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
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 Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 02 Nov 2025 with a price of US$222To 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 Austin, TX, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$222 to US$1 798 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$222, which is on 2025-11-02.
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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Austin you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between San Diego and Austin, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from San Diego to Austin while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.
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