The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 28 trains that leave Los Angeles, CA for San Diego, CA every day 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 42 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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584 Pacific Surfliner
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770 Pacific SurflinerTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £141.
Distance: 180 km
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£29 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest | £347 Average Price |
4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA trains for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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562 Pacific Surfliner | 14:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h54 | 17:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
564 Pacific Surfliner | 15:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h54 | 18:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
566 Pacific Surfliner | 16:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 19:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
14 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 17:51 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 15h13 | 09:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 1 change | |
770 Pacific Surfliner | 18:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 21:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 19:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 22:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 20:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 23:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 23:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 02:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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782 Pacific Surfliner | 00:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 03:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
584 Pacific Surfliner | 01:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 04:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 01:10 Los Angeles, CA | 2h40 | 03:50 San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
586 Pacific Surfliner | 02:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 05:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
588 Pacific Surfliner | 03:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 06:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 04:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h57 | 07:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:10 Los Angeles, CA | 2h41 | 06:51 San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 06:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h54 | 09:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA run on average 21 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 180 km distance in 2h 39m.
Distance 180 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 03:50 |
Last train 22:10 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and San Diego, CA from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA and San Diego, CA
- 4:30 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Vignes Street and Cesar Chavez Avenue.
- Traxx Restaurant
- Union Station Cafe
- Philippe The Original
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $1
- DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown
- Miyako Hotel Los Angeles
- Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
- Cost $10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metrolink
- Hall 2: Metro Rail connections
- Hall 3: Bus terminal
- Metro: Red Line, Purple Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including DASH and Metro Bus
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Orange Line
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station is a single-level facility with platforms for Metrolink and Amtrak services.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metrolink: Ventura County Line
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with various public and private options.
- The Fish Market
- Karl Strauss Brewing Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1.25
- The Westin San Diego
- The Guild Hotel, San Diego, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
- Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Coaster trains
- Hall 2: Trolley connections
- San Diego Trolley: Blue Line, Green Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Amtrak: Pacific Surfliner
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with several spaces for commuters and visitors.
- Casa Guadalajara
- Old Town Mexican Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.25
- Old Town Inn
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town
- Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Coaster trains
- Hall 2: Trolley connections
- Trolley: Green Line
- Bus: Several lines available including 8, 9, 10, 28, 30, 35, 44, 88, 105, 150, 923, 928
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