Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to San Diego.
Busbud recommends taking the train from Boston to San DiegoAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 3 days, 3 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just $315, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Boston to San Diego: Trip Overview
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Based on 5092 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 $315.00
Boston to San Diego Train
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The cheapest trip from Boston to San Diego was searched and found on May 1, 2025 with a price of $288To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston to San Diego, as early as possible.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Boston to San Diego is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to San Diego, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Boston and San Diego, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Boston to San Diego.
Did you know?
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.
Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.
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