The cheapest and fastest trains from San Diego, CA to Bakersfield, CA
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Diego, CA to Bakersfield, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Diego, CA to Bakersfield, CA will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Of the 2 trains that leave San Diego, CA for Bakersfield, CA every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 342 km distance in an average of 6 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 45 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach and train for San Diego, CA to Bakersfield, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Bakersfield, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 342 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£44 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
San Diego, CA to Bakersfield, CA train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:10 San Diego, CA | 7h45 | 18:55 Bakersfield, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:10 San Diego, CA | 5h20 | 04:30 Bakersfield, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Diego, CA to Bakersfield, CA
Distance 342 km |
Average train duration 5h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 20m |
First train 04:01 |
Last train 23:12 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Diego, CA to Bakersfield, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Diego, CA and Bakersfield, CA from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: San Diego, CA to Bakersfield, CA train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in San Diego, CA and Bakersfield, CA
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with easy access from Truxtun Avenue.
- 24th Street Cafe
- Wool Growers Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Padre Hotel
- Marriott Bakersfield
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms are accessible via the main entrance.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local transit connections available
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