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

The average train ticket price from San Diego to Albuquerque is $130. The best way to find train tickets from San Diego to Albuquerque 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 San Diego to Albuquerque?

A train trip between San Diego and Albuquerque is around 19h 42m, although the fastest train will take about 19h 42m. This is the time it takes to travel the 628 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between San Diego and Albuquerque?

The number of trains from San Diego to Albuquerque can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from San Diego to Albuquerque by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from San Diego to Albuquerque?

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

Train San Diego to Albuquerque from $106 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Diego to Albuquerque on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	19h 51m	10:52am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	19h 42m	10:52am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	19h 51m	10:52am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	19h 51m	10:52am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	19h 42m	10:52am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Albuquerque on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	19h 51m	10:52am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	19h 42m	10:52am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	19h 51m	10:52am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	19h 51m	10:52am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	19h 42m	10:52am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Albuquerque on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	19h 51m	10:52am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	19h 42m	10:52am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	19h 51m	10:52am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	19h 51m	10:52am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	19h 42m	10:52am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 11:40 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Albuquerque

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Albuquerque. The journey takes about 19 hours 42 minutes and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

19h 42mAverage Duration

624 milesDistance

92kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$64 - $261	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$99 - $171	Average Duration19h 42m	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,597 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5597 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 $99

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 Diego, CA, US to Albuquerque, US by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/19

$106

11/20

$142

Today

$192

11/22

$164

11/23

$142

11/24

$106

11/25

$106

11/26

$164

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Albuquerque, US was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $106

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 Albuquerque, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $106 to $771 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Albuquerque, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $106 which is on 2025-11-24.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 1h	Avg Price$188	Daily Departures10
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time19h 42m	Avg Price$130	Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between San Diego, CA, US and Albuquerque, 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 $130 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $99. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Albuquerque, US, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego, CA, US to Albuquerque, US in about 19h 42m - that's the fastest way to get there!