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

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Next departures for San Diego to Flagstaff on December 12
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Santa Fe Depot
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Old Town San Diego
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Santa Fe Depot
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Santa Fe Depot
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Old Town San Diego
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Flagstaff

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Flagstaff. The journey takes about 13 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
13h 50mAverage Duration
359 milesDistance
53kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$79 - $279Average Duration20h 4m
14kg CO₂e
Average Price$108 - $504Average Duration13h 50m
53kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Flagstaff, 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 San Diego to Flagstaff?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Flagstaff start from $108. The average price for this train route is around $125. 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 San Diego to Flagstaff?

    The average train ride duration from San Diego to Flagstaff is 13h 50m, covering a distance of 359 miles (579 km). The quickest train can get you there in 13h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train departs from San Diego to Flagstaff at 2:01pm. And the latest train departs at 2:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12/09
$103
12/10
$103
Today
$103
12/12
$137
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12/15
$103
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Flagstaff, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $103

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

You can expect to pay from $103 to $438 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Flagstaff, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $103 which is on 2025-12-15.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Flagstaff, US?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between San Diego, CA, US and Flagstaff, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $125 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $108. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Flagstaff, US, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego, CA, US to Flagstaff, US in about 13h 50m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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