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Duration 2h 54m
Distance 121.2 miles
Average price $26
Frequency 11/day

Trip overview

The train between Los Angeles and San Diego takes 2h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Los Angeles 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.

Train

  1. Los Angeles
  2. San Diego
2h 54m
Bookable on Rome2Rio
$5 - $85

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Los Angeles 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.

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Los Angeles and arriving at San Diego. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 54m.

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The distance between Los Angeles and San Diego is 124 miles. The road distance is 121.2 miles.

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Los Angeles to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

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Los Angeles to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego station.

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What companies run services between Los Angeles and San Diego?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego every 3 hours. Tickets cost $5 - $85 and the journey takes 2h 54m.
Train operators
Amtrak
Ave. Duration
2h 54m
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Estimated price
$5 - $85

Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.

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Contact Details
Phone
+1 800-872-7245
Website
amtrak.com
Train from Los Angeles to San Diego
Ave. Duration
2h 54m
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Estimated price
$5 - $85
Website
https://www.amtrak.com/home.html
Child Coach - Advance Purchase
$5 - $27
Child Coach - short notice
$17 - $28
Child Business Class - advance purchase
$15 - $50
Child Business Class - short notice
$17 - $55
Coach Seat - Advance Purchase
$21 - $35
Business Seat - advance purchase
$30 - $110
Business Seat - short notice
$35 - $90
Coach Seat - short notice
$16 - $85

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