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Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA Train

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08/11/2025
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Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA by train

The journey from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA by train is 179.85 km and takes 4 hrs 17 mins. There are 42 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:10 am and the last at 10:10 pm. It is possible to travel from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA by train for as little as $45.47 or as much as $198.72. The best price for this journey is $45.47.

Lowest Price $45.47
Journey Duration 4 hrs 17 mins
Connection per Day 42
Lowest Price $45.47
Highest Price $198.72
First Departure 6:10 am
Last Departure 10:10 pm
Distance 179.85 km
Departure Los Angeles, CA
Arrival San Diego, CA
Carriers Amtrak

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Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $45.00 to $47.22 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 5% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA

The cheapest Los Angeles, CA - San Diego, CA train tickets can be found for as low as $49.27 if you’re lucky, or $54.99 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $63.25.

Find the best day to travel to San Diego, CA by train

When travelling to San Diego, CA by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA
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Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
12.59kg
Bus
13.49kg
Flight
35.97kg
Car
28.78kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Los Angeles, CA and San Diego, CA are 12.59kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Los Angeles, CA and San Diego, CA? By taking the train between Los Angeles, CA and San Diego, CA you will save 23.38kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.9kg compared to a bus and 16.19kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA?
A train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA is $59.86. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $45.47.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA is $45.47. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Los Angeles, CA and San Diego, CA by train?
Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA is 179.85 km.
How long does the train between Los Angeles, CA and San Diego, CA take?
Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA is on average 4 hrs 17 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 38 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA?
Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA has 42 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA leave?
The earliest train from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA departs at 6:10 am. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA depart?
The latest train from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA departs at 10:10 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $45.47 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA?
There are on average 38 direct connection(s) from Los Angeles, CA to go to San Diego, CA.
What's the fastest journey time between Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Los Angeles, CA and San Diego, CA is 2 hrs 38 mins.
Is there a direct train from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA?
Yes, there is a direct train between Los Angeles, CA and San Diego, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA by train?
The train journey from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA creates 12.59kg of CO2 emissions.