Trains tickets from Charleston (WV), US to San Diego (CA), US

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston, WV
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Old Town San Diego
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston, WV
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
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Train Charleston to San Diego: Trip Overview

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Average ticket price$441
Average train trip duration2d 19h
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure8:29pm
Distance2019 miles (3255 km)

Charleston to San Diego 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 Charleston to San Diego, as early as possible.

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 Charleston 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.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to San Diego, 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.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Charleston and San Diego compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

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

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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 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.

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