How much is the train ticket from Charleston to San Diego?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to San Diego start from $475. The average price for this train route is around $664. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charleston to San Diego?

The average train ride duration from Charleston to San Diego is 2d 19h, covering a distance of 2019 miles (3255 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charleston to San Diego route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charleston to San Diego?

The earliest train departs from Charleston to San Diego at 8:29pm. And the latest train departs at 8:29pm.

Train Charleston to San Diego from $408 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charleston to San Diego on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:29pm	Charleston, WV	2d 19h	12:53pm	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:29pm	Charleston, WV	2d 19h	1:07pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 5:29 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to San Diego

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 days, 11 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $269, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

2d 11hAverage Duration

2019 milesDistance

81kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$269 - $510	Average Duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 81kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$475 - $1,439	Average Duration2d 19h	CO₂ emissions 296kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,643 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5643 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $475

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charleston, WV, US 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.

How much is the train ticket from Charleston to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to San Diego start from $475. The average price for this train route is around $664. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charleston to San Diego?
The average train ride duration from Charleston to San Diego is 2d 19h, covering a distance of 2019 miles (3255 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charleston to San Diego route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charleston to San Diego?
The earliest train departs from Charleston to San Diego at 8:29pm. And the latest train departs at 8:29pm.

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, WV, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $408

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

You can expect to pay from $408 to $1,817 for a train ticket from Charleston, WV, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $408 which is on 2025-12-14.