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

The average train ticket price from San Diego to San Francisco is $69. The best way to find train tickets from San Diego to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

A train trip between San Diego and San Francisco is around 13h 44m, although the fastest train will take about 13h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 458 miles that separates the two cities.

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

The number of trains from San Diego to San Francisco can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from San Diego to San Francisco by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

Once in San Francisco, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Legion of Honor, Alcatraz, Walt Disney Family Museum, City Segway Tours of San Francisco, Chinatown.

Trains from San Diego (CA), US to San Francisco (CA), US | Amtrak

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to San Francisco.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$49 - $189	Average Duration13h 55m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$69 - $341	Average Duration13h 44m	CO₂ emissions 67kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to San Francisco

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 13 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

13h 55mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest ticket

18kgCO₂ emissions

Train San Diego to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$69

Average train trip duration13h 44m

Number of daily trains11

Earliest train departure4:01am

Distance457 miles (737 km)

Latest train departure4:10pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,103 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5103 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 $69.00

Amtrak San Diego San Francisco recent customer reviews

Good, but it’s really cold in the bus and train. We told that to driver but he didnt do anything about that. Everything else is good

Danijela D.

September 26, 2023

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

San Diego to San Francisco Train

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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 San Francisco, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $65 to $446 for a train ticket from San Diego to San Francisco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2025-05-08.

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 San Francisco 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.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to San Francisco you take, 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 San Francisco, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from San Diego to San Francisco while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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