The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
2 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Trains per day
26
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 £30.
Of the 26 trains that leave Los Angeles, CA for San Diego, CA every day 24 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 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 40 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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784 Pacific Surfliner
582 Pacific Surfliner
794 Pacific Surfliner
562 Pacific Surfliner
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582 Pacific Surfliner
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562 Pacific SurflinerTravel Information
Compare coach and train 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 £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. 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 £34, and a train costs an average of £68.
Distance: 180 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£68 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
562 Pacific Surfliner | 14:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h54 | 17:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
562 Pacific Surfliner | 14:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h40 | 16:50 Old Town Station, 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 | |
564 Pacific Surfliner | 15:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h40 | 17:50 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
566 Pacific Surfliner | 16:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h43 | 18:53 Old Town Station, 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 | 14h59 | 08:50 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1 change | |
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 | 2h43 | 20:53 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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 | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 19:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h43 | 21:53 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 20:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h54 | 23:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 20:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h40 | 22:50 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 23:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h54 | 02:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 23:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h40 | 01:50 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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582 Pacific Surfliner | 00:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h40 | 02:50 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
582 Pacific Surfliner | 00:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h54 | 03:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
784 Pacific Surfliner | 01:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h40 | 03:50 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
784 Pacific Surfliner | 01:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h54 | 04:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
586 Pacific Surfliner | 02:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h54 | 05:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
586 Pacific Surfliner | 02:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h40 | 04:50 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA
Distance 180 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £68 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
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 £34. 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

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Los Angeles, CA and San Diego, CA
- 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
- 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
- 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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