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

The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to San Diego start from $192. The average price for this train route is around $227. 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 San Antonio to San Diego?

The average train ride duration from San Antonio to San Diego is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1126 miles (1816 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Antonio 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 San Antonio to San Diego?

The earliest train departs from San Antonio to San Diego at 2:45am. And the latest train departs at 2:45am.

Train San Antonio to San Diego from $184 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Antonio to San Diego on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:45am	San Antonio Station	1d 9h	9:50am	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
Train	2:45am	San Antonio Station	1d 9h	9:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
Train	2:45am	San Antonio Station	1d 9h	9:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
Train	2:45am	San Antonio Station	1d 9h	9:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
Train	2:45am	San Antonio Station	1d 9h	10:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to San Diego on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:45am	San Antonio Station	1d 9h	9:50am	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
Train	2:45am	San Antonio Station	1d 9h	9:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
Train	2:45am	San Antonio Station	1d 9h	9:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
Train	2:45am	San Antonio Station	1d 9h	9:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
Train	2:45am	San Antonio Station	1d 9h	10:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio to San Diego

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $192, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

1126 milesDistance

165kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$121 - $485	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$192 - $309	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 165kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 $192

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Antonio, 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 San Antonio to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to San Diego start from $192. The average price for this train route is around $227. 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 San Antonio to San Diego?
The average train ride duration from San Antonio to San Diego is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1126 miles (1816 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Antonio 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 San Antonio to San Diego?
The earliest train departs from San Antonio to San Diego at 2:45am. And the latest train departs at 2:45am.

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

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The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $218

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

You can expect to pay from $218 to $1,745 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $254 which is on 2025-12-14.