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Trip Overview

The train between San Diego and Boston takes 3d 3h. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from San Diego to Boston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3d 3h
Duration
3,319 mi
Distance
$2,117
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

San Diego to Boston train times

Trains run 5 times a week between San Diego and Boston. The earliest departure is at 2:01 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from San Diego is at 2:01 PM which arrives into Boston at 8:32 PM. All services require a transfer at Fullerton Amtrak Station and take an average of 3d 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from San Diego to Boston? 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.

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  • Distance: 3,319.4 mi
  • Duration: 3d 3h

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

You can take a train from San Diego to Boston via Fullerton Amtrak Station and Chicago Union Station in around 2d 21h.

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