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- This trip is recommended because it is the: CheapestDeparture time: 26 April atDeparture city: Los AngelesDeparture location: Union StationArrival time: 26 April atDestination city: San DiegoDestination location: Old Town San DiegoOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is the: FastestDeparture time: 26 April atDeparture city: Los AngelesDeparture location: Union StationArrival time: 26 April atDestination city: San DiegoDestination location: Old Town San DiegoOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: 26 April atDeparture city: Los AngelesDeparture location: Union StationArrival time: 26 April atDestination city: San DiegoDestination location: Santa Fe DepotOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: 26 April atDeparture city: Los AngelesDeparture location: Union StationArrival time: 26 April atDestination city: San DiegoDestination location: Santa Fe DepotOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: 26 April atDeparture city: Los AngelesDeparture location: Union StationArrival time: 26 April atDestination city: San DiegoDestination location: Santa Fe DepotOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
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Train Los Angeles to San Diego: Trip Overview
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Users have shared positive experiences about their trips, highlighting the comfort of the seats and amenities such as air conditioning, internet access, and chargers. Additionally, they appreciated that the bus arrived at its destination on time. Overall, these reviews reflect a pleasant and comfortable travel experience with reliable service.
Amtrak Los Angeles San Diego recent customer reviews
It was very comfortable to seat, air conditioner, internet and charger, got to SD on time.
Viktoriia M.
Great customer service and trains on time
Ricardo M.
It was really a nice and pleasant trip
Prem K.
Los Angeles to San Diego Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles - San Diego
How much does a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles to San Diego cost?
The average train ticket price from Los Angeles to San Diego is US$39. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Los Angeles to San Diego 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 Los Angeles to San Diego?
A train trip between Los Angeles and San Diego is around 2h 54m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 38m. This is the time it takes to travel the 112 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Los Angeles and San Diego?
The number of trains from Los Angeles to San Diego can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 28. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Los Angeles to San Diego by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles to San Diego was searched and found on 21 Apr 2025 with a price of US$35To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Los Angeles to San Diego as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$35 to US$59 for a train ticket from Los Angeles to San Diego based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$35, which is on 2025-04-24.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Los Angeles to San Diego 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 Diego 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.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Los Angeles and San Diego, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Los Angeles to San Diego and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!
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 longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.
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