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Trip Overview

The average train between Goleta and San Diego takes 6h 34m and the fastest train takes 6h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Goleta to San Diego. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 34m
Duration
239 mi
Distance
$150
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Goleta to San Diego train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Goleta and San Diego. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Goleta is at 6:38 PM which arrives into San Diego at 1:04 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 6h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 6h 26m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 6h 28m • Direct
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    train train 6h 36m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 6h 28m • Direct
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    train train 6h 36m • Direct
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    train train 6h 41m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 6h 28m • Direct
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    train train 6h 36m • Direct
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    train train 6h 41m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 6h 28m • Direct
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    train train 6h 36m • Direct
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    train train 6h 41m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 6h 28m • Direct
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    train train 6h 36m • Direct
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    train train 6h 41m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 6h 28m • Direct
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    train train 6h 36m • Direct
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    train train 6h 41m • Direct
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    train train 6h 32m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Goleta to San Diego? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Goleta to San Diego.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 238.9 mi
  • Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Goleta, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Goleta Station to San Diego every 4 hours. Tickets cost $130–210 and the journey takes 6h 28m.

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