- Must visit
USS Midway Museum
Extensive naval aviation museum aboard a historic aircraft carrier. Visit for flight decks, restored aircraft, and hands-on maritime history.
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
8 h 21 m
Average duration
8 h 25 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
508 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fresno, CA to San Diego, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fresno, CA to San Diego, CA will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
To travel from Fresno, CA to San Diego, CA you need to make at least 2 changes.
714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner
712 Gold Runner · 5712 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner
702 Gold Runner · 5802 AMTRAK · 782 Pacific Surfliner
710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 786 Pacific Surfliner
712 Gold Runner · 5712 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner
714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner
712 Gold Runner · 5712 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner
702 Gold Runner · 5802 AMTRAK · 782 Pacific Surfliner
710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 786 Pacific Surfliner
714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific SurflinerOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Fresno, CA to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a flight costs an average of £70.
Distance: 508 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£65 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest | £180 Average Price |
7h 49m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Fresno, CA to San Diego, CA trains for today, Sunday 16 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
712 Gold Runner · 5712 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner | 14:29 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 8h22 | 22:51 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 2 changes | |
712 Gold Runner · 5712 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner | 14:29 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 8h38 | 23:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2 changes | |
714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 16:29 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 8h21 | 0:50 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 2 changes | |
714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 16:29 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 8h35 | 1:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2 changes | |
| Monday 17 August | |||||
702 Gold Runner · 5802 AMTRAK · 782 Pacific Surfliner | 10:29 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 8h23 | 18:52 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 2 changes | |
702 Gold Runner · 5802 AMTRAK · 782 Pacific Surfliner | 10:29 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 8h38 | 19:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2 changes | |
710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 786 Pacific Surfliner | 12:29 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 8h38 | 21:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2 changes | |
710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 786 Pacific Surfliner | 12:29 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 8h23 | 20:52 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Fresno, CA to San Diego, CA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £38 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 508 km distance in 8h 1m.
Distance 508 km |
Average train duration 7h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 8h 1m |
First train 3:50 |
Last train 22:40 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of San Diego, CA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect San Diego, CA trip today.
Extensive naval aviation museum aboard a historic aircraft carrier. Visit for flight decks, restored aircraft, and hands-on maritime history.
Major Balboa Park art museum with Spanish old masters, Asian art, and sculpture. A strong choice for architecture and varied collections.
Interactive Balboa Park museum exploring anthropology, culture, and race. Climb the tower for city views with a separate ticket.
Large urban cultural park with gardens, museums, theatres, and Spanish Colonial Revival architecture. Ideal for walking and a full day out.
Historic district with preserved 19th-century buildings, museums, and lively public spaces. Visit for local heritage and easy walking.
Clifftop coastal reserve with trails, wild shoreline views, and sea caves nearby. A popular local spot for sunsets and walks.
A large flour tortilla stuffed with carne asada, chips, cheese, guacamole and salsa. It is a San Diego taqueria classic with strong border-city roots.
Fries topped with carne asada, cheese, guacamole, sour cream and salsa. This indulgent late-night favourite is strongly associated with San Diego taco shops.
Beer-battered local white fish in tortillas with cabbage and crema. Baja-style fish tacos are a defining everyday food in San Diego’s coastal dining scene.
Casual seafood counter known for Baja-style fish tacos and fried seafood near the beach. Lively, unfussy and popular with locals and visitors.
Busy taqueria famous for carne asada fries, burritos and other San Diego taco-shop staples. Informal atmosphere and reliable late-night choice.
Historic Little Italy restaurant serving hearty Italian-American classics, sandwiches and house specialities. Old-school atmosphere with strong local character.
San Diego is pricier than many US cities, with high hotel and dining costs, though tacos, casual eats and public transport can help keep daily spending manageable.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, 10-15% for taxis, and $1-2 for café drinks if table service or special prep is involved.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fresno, CA to San Diego, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Diego, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Fresno, CA to San Diego, CA trains use the Fresno Station to Santa Fe Depot station pair, with some services arriving at Old Town Station. Use this guide to compare Fresno, CA and San Diego, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Fresno Station is 1 km from Fresno city centre. Public transport options include:
Fresno Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Shepherd's Inn, Joe's Steakhouse
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Fresno Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Fresno Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fresno Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fresno Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fresno Station.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center, Radisson Hotel Fresno Conference Center, La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fresno Yosemite.
Santa Fe Depot is 1 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
Santa Fe Depot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Fish Market, Karl Strauss Brewing Company
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Santa Fe Depot. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Santa Fe Depot. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Santa Fe Depot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Santa Fe Depot: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Fe Depot: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Westin San Diego, The Guild Hotel, San Diego, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown.
Old Town Station is 5 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
Old Town Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Casa Guadalajara, Old Town Mexican Cafe
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Old Town Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Old Town Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Old Town Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Old Town Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Old Town Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Old Town Inn, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town, Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town.
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