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Trip Overview

The train between San Diego and Topeka takes 36h 21m. There is at least one train per day from San Diego to Topeka. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

36h 21m
Duration
1,804 mi
Distance
$1,166
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

San Diego to Topeka train times

Trains run once daily between San Diego and Topeka. The service departs San Diego at 2:01 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Topeka at 04:22:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 36h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak36h 21m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak36h 21m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak36h 21m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak36h 21m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak36h 21m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak36h 21m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak36h 21m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from San Diego to Topeka? 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: 1,804.3 mi
  • Duration: 36h 21m

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

You can take a train from San Diego to Topeka Station via Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 35h 46m.

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