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Major university art museum and film centre with strong modern and Asian collections, plus frequent temporary exhibitions.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Diego, CA to Berkeley, 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 Berkeley, CA will cost around £108 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £108.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 trains from San Diego, CA to Berkeley, CA, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 737 km distance in an average of 14 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 h 51 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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Trains from San Diego, CA to Berkeley, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £128 but you can travel from only £65 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:01, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 737 km distance in 14h 36m.
Distance 737 km |
Average train duration 14h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £128 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 14h 36m |
First train 4:01 |
Last train 22:15 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from San Diego, CA to Berkeley, CA.
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to Berkeley, CA trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:01 San Diego, CA | 12h53 | 23:54 Berkeley, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:01 San Diego, CA | 16h42 | 4:43 Berkeley, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Discover the best of Berkeley, CA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Berkeley, CA trip today.
Major university art museum and film centre with strong modern and Asian collections, plus frequent temporary exhibitions.
Natural history museum with dinosaur skeletons, gems and California wildlife displays, ideal for families and science fans.
Local history museum in a restored library building, covering Berkeley’s civic, social and architectural past through exhibits and archives.
Beloved botanical garden with diverse regional plant collections, redwood grove and sweeping hillside paths above campus.
Lively campus plaza known for student life, public events and easy access to Berkeley’s historic university heart.
Scenic rose garden in the Berkeley Hills with terraced beds, city views and a peaceful local atmosphere.
A Northern California classic linked to Berkeley’s gourmet culture: mixed salad greens with seasonal produce and a light vinaigrette.
Berkeley helped popularise artisanal sourdough pizza with seasonal toppings, blistered crusts and produce-driven combinations.
Freshly roasted coffee is central to Berkeley café culture, reflecting the city’s long-standing preference for independent roasters and careful brewing.
Casual café-bakery celebrated for naturally leavened breads, pastries and Berkeley’s influential artisanal baking style.
Refined Californian tasting menus with a polished yet welcoming atmosphere, highlighting seasonal local ingredients.
Busy, long-running deli and bakery known for house breads, sandwiches and classic Jewish deli comfort food.
Berkeley is pricier than many US cities, with higher hotel and dining costs. Public transport is useful, but overall visitor costs are above average.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, 10-15% for taxis, and round up or add $1 in cafés. Tips are customary and often expected.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, CA to Berkeley, 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 Berkeley, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most San Diego, CA to Berkeley, CA trains use the Santa Fe Depot to station pair. Use this guide to compare San Diego, CA and Berkeley, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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