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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: April 26 atDeparture city: San DiegoDeparture location: Old Town San DiegoArrival time: April 26 atDestination city: Palm SpringsDestination location: Indian Canyon Dr
- This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: April 26 atDeparture city: San DiegoDeparture location: Old Town San DiegoArrival time: April 26 atDestination city: Palm SpringsDestination location: Indian Canyon Dr
- Departure time: April 26 atDeparture city: San DiegoDeparture location: Old Town San DiegoArrival time: April 26 atDestination city: Palm SpringsDestination location: Indian Canyon Dr
- Departure time: April 26 atDeparture city: San DiegoDeparture location: Old Town San DiegoArrival time: April 26 atDestination city: Palm SpringsDestination location: Indian Canyon Dr
- Departure time: April 26 atDeparture city: San DiegoDeparture location: Old Town San DiegoArrival time: April 26 atDestination city: Palm SpringsDestination location: Palm Springs Airport (PSP)
Train San Diego to Palm Springs: Trip Overview
Train Companies
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San Diego to Palm Springs Trains
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Information on this train trip
Daily Trains | 6 |
Earliest and Latest Train Departures | 8:01AM - 2:10PM |
Minimum Price | $35 |
Average Ticket Price | $38 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 4h45m |
Average Train Trip Duration | 4h54m |
Distance | 86 miles (138 km) |
Train Companies on This Route | Amtrak |
Frequently asked questions for your trip San Diego - Palm Springs
The average train ticket price from San Diego to Palm Springs is $38. The best way to find train tickets from San Diego to Palm Springs 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!
A train trip between San Diego and Palm Springs is around 4h 54m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 85 miles that separates the two cities.
The number of trains from San Diego to Palm Springs can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from San Diego to Palm Springs by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
When taking the train from San Diego to Palm Springs, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
Once in Palm Springs, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, Palm Springs Air Museum, Joshua Tree National Park, Biking, Moorten Botanical Gardens.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Diego to Palm Springs, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $35 to $55 for a train ticket from San Diego to Palm Springs based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2024-04-25.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from San Diego to Palm Springs 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.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Palm Springs, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between San Diego and Palm Springs, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Make a music playlist for your train ride from San Diego to Palm Springs, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego to Palm Springs?
Vehicle Type | Travel Time | Avg Price | Daily Departures |
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Vehicle TypeBus | Travel Time6h 40m | Avg Price$59 | Daily Departures10 |
Vehicle TypeTrain | Travel Time4h 54m | Avg Price$38 | Daily Departures6 |
The best way to travel between San Diego and Palm Springs is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $38 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $38. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Palm Springs, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego to Palm Springs in about 4h 54m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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