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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Springfield Station | Old Town San Diego | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Springfield Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Springfield Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Springfield Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Springfield Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Springfield to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 days, 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $222, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5647 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 $278
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Springfield, IL to San Diego, CA, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Springfield to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Springfield to San Diego start from $278. The average price for this train route is around $387. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Springfield to San Diego?
The average train ride duration from Springfield to San Diego is 2d 18h, covering a distance of 1599 miles (2579 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Springfield to San Diego route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Springfield to San Diego?
The earliest train departs from Springfield to San Diego at 8:22am. And the latest train departs at 5:08pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Springfield, IL to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $332To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Springfield, IL to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $332 to $1,416 for a train ticket from Springfield, IL to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $332 which is on 2025-12-16.
