Train from Bloomington, IL to San Diego, CA, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Bloomington to San Diego on January 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Uptown Station
Old Town San DiegoCheapestFastest
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Uptown Station
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
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Uptown Station
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
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Uptown Station
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
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Uptown Station
Old Town San DiegoNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to San Diego

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 days, 22 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $227, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
2d 22hAverage Duration
1642 milesDistance
66kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$227 - $269Average Duration2d 22h
66kg CO₂e
Average Price$204 - $1,602Average Duration2d 19h
241kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL to San Diego, CA, US by train

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

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to San Diego start from $204. The average price for this train route is around $388. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Bloomington to San Diego is 2d 19h, covering a distance of 1642 miles (2648 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Bloomington to San Diego route?

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bloomington to San Diego?

    The earliest train departs from Bloomington to San Diego at 9:16am. And the latest train departs at 4:22pm.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Jan 30, 2026 with a price of $267

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bloomington, IL to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $267 to $1,127 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $267 which is on 2026-01-30.

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