Trains tickets from San Diego (CA), US to Philadelphia (PA)

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Old Town San Diego
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Old Town San Diego
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Old Town San Diego
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Old Town San Diego
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Old Town San Diego
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Philadelphia.

Average Price$262 - $565Average Duration3d 3h
95kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$432 - $1,996Average Duration2d 23h
347kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 3 days, 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $262, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

58bus per day
3d 3hAverage Duration
$262Cheapest ticket
95kgCO₂ emissions

Train San Diego to Philadelphia: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$535
Average train trip duration2d 23h
Number of daily trains9
Earliest train departure2:01pm
Distance2363 miles (3810 km)
Latest train departure4:10pm

San Diego to Philadelphia Train

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego to Philadelphia was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of $498

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 Philadelphia, 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 San Diego to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia, 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 San Diego and Philadelphia 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.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from San Diego to Philadelphia.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, 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 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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.

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.

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