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Trip Overview

The train between San Diego and Needles takes 9h 37m. There is at least one train per day from San Diego to Needles. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 37m
Duration
393 mi
Distance
$256
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

San Diego to Needles train times

Trains run once daily between San Diego and Needles. The service departs San Diego at 2:01 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Needles at 23:38:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 9h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak9h 37m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak9h 37m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak9h 37m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak9h 37m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from San Diego to Needles? 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: 393.5 mi
  • Duration: 9h 37m

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

You can take a train from San Diego to Needles Station via Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 9h 2m.

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