714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner16:298h21Fresno station, Fresno, CA0:50Old Town Station, San Diego, CA£681One-way2 changes
710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 786 Pacific Surfliner12:298h23Fresno station, Fresno, CA20:52Old Town Station, San Diego, CA£681One-way2 changes
712 Gold Runner · 5712 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner14:298h22Fresno station, Fresno, CA22:51Old Town Station, San Diego, CA£681One-way2 changes
702 Gold Runner · 5802 AMTRAK · 782 Pacific Surfliner10:298h23Fresno station, Fresno, CA18:52Old Town Station, San Diego, CA£681One-way2 changes
714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner16:298h35Fresno station, Fresno, CA1:04Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA£691One-way2 changes
714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner16:298h21Fresno station, Fresno, CA0:50Old Town Station, San Diego, CA£681One-way2 changes
712 Gold Runner · 5712 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner14:298h22Fresno station, Fresno, CA22:51Old Town Station, San Diego, CA£681One-way2 changes
710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 786 Pacific Surfliner12:298h23Fresno station, Fresno, CA20:52Old Town Station, San Diego, CA£681One-way2 changes
702 Gold Runner · 5802 AMTRAK · 782 Pacific Surfliner10:298h23Fresno station, Fresno, CA18:52Old Town Station, San Diego, CA£681One-way2 changes
714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner16:298h35Fresno station, Fresno, CA1:04Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA£691One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Fresno, CA to San Diego, CA
The cheapest option from Fresno to San Diego is coach, with an average price of £43. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Fresno to San Diego among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.
Distance: 508 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£66 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest option | £182 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 option 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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Fresno, CA to San Diego, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Fresno, CA to San Diego, CA trains for today, Wednesday 1 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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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 | |
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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fresno, CA to San Diego, CA
Typically, there are 8 trains per day from Fresno to San Diego, including direct trains, taking around 7h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £39 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 |
Lowest ticket price £63 |
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 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fresno, CA to San Diego, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fresno, CA and San Diego, CA from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Fresno, CA to San Diego, CA train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Fresno, CA and San Diego, CA
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.
Which Fresno, CA station do trains to San Diego, CA leave from?
Getting to Fresno Station from Fresno city centre
Fresno Station is 1 km from Fresno city centre. Public transport options include:
Fresno Station train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Shepherd's Inn, Joe's Steakhouse
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fresno Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Fresno Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fresno Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Fresno Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fresno Station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center, Radisson Hotel Fresno Conference Center, La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fresno Yosemite.
Which San Diego, CA station do trains from Fresno, CA arrive at?
Getting to Santa Fe Depot from San Diego city centre
Santa Fe Depot is 1 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
Santa Fe Depot train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: The Fish Market, Karl Strauss Brewing Company
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santa Fe Depot. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Santa Fe Depot. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santa Fe Depot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santa Fe Depot: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Fe Depot: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Westin San Diego, The Guild Hotel, San Diego, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown.
Getting to Old Town Station from San Diego city centre
Old Town Station is 5 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
Old Town Station train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Casa Guadalajara, Old Town Mexican Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Old Town Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Old Town Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Old Town Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Old Town Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Old Town Station: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
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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