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

The cheapest train tickets from Indianapolis to San Diego start from $225. The average price for this train route is around $413. 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 Indianapolis to San Diego?

The average train ride duration from Indianapolis to San Diego is 2d 9h, covering a distance of 1782 miles (2874 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 9h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to San Diego?

The earliest train departs from Indianapolis to San Diego at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 6:00am.

Train Indianapolis to San Diego from $347 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to San Diego on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:00am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	2d 9h	12:53pm	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:00am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	2d 10h	1:07pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to San Diego on December 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:00am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	2d 9h	12:53pm	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:00am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	2d 10h	1:07pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:05 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis 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 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $135, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

2d 11hAverage Duration

1780 milesDistance

72kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$135 - $665	Average Duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 72kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$225 - $1,999	Average Duration2d 9h	CO₂ emissions 262kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5650 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 $225

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Indianapolis to San Diego start from $225. The average price for this train route is around $413. 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 Indianapolis to San Diego?
The average train ride duration from Indianapolis to San Diego is 2d 9h, covering a distance of 1782 miles (2874 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to San Diego?
The earliest train departs from Indianapolis to San Diego at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 6:00am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$305

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$1,703

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$347

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The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $305

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

You can expect to pay from $305 to $1,732 for a train ticket from Indianapolis to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $347 which is on 2025-12-20.