Train from El Paso, US to San Diego, CA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from El Paso to San Diego on 6 July
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Depot
Old Town San Diego
AmtrakTrain
Union Depot
Santa Fe Depot
AmtrakTrain
Union Depot
Santa Fe Depot
AmtrakTrain
Union Depot
Old Town San Diego
AmtrakTrain
Union Depot
Santa Fe Depot

Compare 2 ways to travel from El Paso to San Diego

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day and with fares starting at just COP 287 683, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
1d Average duration
1014 kmDistance
25kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceCOP 287 683 - COP 1 050 142Average duration1d
25kg CO₂e
Average priceCOP 471 255 - COP 1 171 931Average duration21h 17m
92kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from El Paso, US to San Diego, CA, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from El Paso to San Diego?

    The cheapest train tickets from El Paso to San Diego start from COP 471 255. The average price for this train route is around COP 634 038. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from El Paso to San Diego?

    The average train journey time from El Paso to San Diego is 21h 17m, covering a distance of 1011 km. The quickest train can get you there in 20h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the El Paso to San Diego route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from El Paso to San Diego?

    The earliest train from El Paso to San Diego departs at 13:50. And the latest train departs at 13:50.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04/07
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05/07
COP 1 124 884
Today
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07/07
COP 1 118 046
08/07
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09/07
COP 605 181
10/07
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11/07
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from El Paso, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 09 Jul 2026 with a price of COP 605 181

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from El Paso, US to San Diego, CA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from COP 605 181 to COP 3 497 738 for a train ticket from El Paso, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 605 181, which is on 2026-07-09.

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