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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Kelso Station | Santa Fe Depot | Cheapest | |||||
| Kelso Station | Old Town San Diego | Fastest | |||||
| Kelso Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | |||||
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Get from Kelso to San Diego
The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just $178, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5648 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 $178
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kelso 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 Kelso to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Kelso to San Diego start from $178. The average price for this train route is around $194. 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 Kelso to San Diego?
The average train ride duration from Kelso to San Diego is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 972 miles (1567 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Kelso 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 Kelso to San Diego?
The earliest train departs from Kelso to San Diego at 12:32pm. And the latest train departs at 12:32pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kelso to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $202To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kelso to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $202 to $1,302 for a train ticket from Kelso to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $202 which is on 2025-12-16.
