How much does a train ticket from Los Angeles to San Diego cost?

The average train ticket price from Los Angeles to San Diego is $39. The best way to find train tickets from Los Angeles to San Diego is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Los Angeles to San Diego?

A train trip between Los Angeles and San Diego is around 2h 54m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 38m. This is the time it takes to travel the 112 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Los Angeles and San Diego?

The number of trains from Los Angeles to San Diego can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 33. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Los Angeles to San Diego by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Los Angeles to San Diego?

When taking the train from Los Angeles to San Diego, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?

Once in San Diego, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Boat Tours in San Diego, San Diego Zoo, Coronado, Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, USS Midway Museum.

Train Los Angeles to San Diego from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to San Diego on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10pm	Union Station	2h 38m	10:48pm	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
Train	8:10pm	Union Station	2h 54m	11:04pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	8:10pm	Union Station	2h 54m	11:04pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	10:10pm	Union Station	2h 54m	1:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	10:10pm	Union Station	2h 54m	1:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to San Diego on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 40m	8:50am	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
Train	8:10pm	Union Station	2h 38m	10:48pm	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	9:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	9:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to San Diego on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 40m	8:50am	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
Train	8:10pm	Union Station	2h 38m	10:48pm	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	9:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	9:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to San Diego on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 40m	8:50am	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
Train	8:10pm	Union Station	2h 38m	10:48pm	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	9:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	9:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to San Diego on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 40m	8:50am	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
Train	8:10pm	Union Station	2h 38m	10:48pm	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	9:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	9:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to San Diego on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 40m	8:50am	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
Train	8:10pm	Union Station	2h 38m	10:48pm	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	9:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	9:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to San Diego on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 40m	8:50am	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
Train	8:10pm	Union Station	2h 38m	10:48pm	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	9:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	9:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to San Diego on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 40m	8:50am	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
Train	8:10pm	Union Station	2h 38m	10:48pm	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	9:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	6:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	9:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	2h 54m	10:04am	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Los Angeles 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 2 hours 54 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

33train per day

2h 54mAverage Duration

108 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $96	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$38 - $156	Average Duration2h 54m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$61 - $71	Average Duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users have shared positive experiences about their trips, highlighting the comfort of the seats and amenities such as air conditioning, internet access, and chargers. Additionally, they appreciated that the bus arrived at its destination on time. Overall, these reviews reflect a pleasant and comfortable travel experience with reliable service.

Amtrak Los Angeles San Diego recent customer reviews

It was very comfortable to seat, air conditioner, internet and charger, got to SD on time.

Viktoriia M.

September 11, 2023

Great customer service and trains on time

Ricardo M.

December 23, 2024

It was really a nice and pleasant trip

Prem K.

June 19, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Los Angeles, US to San Diego, CA, US by train

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

Best price found

11/16

$35

11/17

$35

Today

$35

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$35

11/20

$35

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$35

11/22

$35

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$35

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Nov 16, 2025 with a price of $35

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

You can expect to pay from $35 to $349 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-11-19.