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San Ysidro to Santa Monica trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between San Ysidro and Santa Monica takes 5h 5m and the fastest train takes 4h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from San Ysidro to Santa Monica. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 5m
Duration
159 mi
Distance
$69
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain train Pacific Surfliner
5h 35m
$46–104

San Ysidro to Santa Monica train times

Trains run hourly between San Ysidro and Santa Monica. The earliest departure is at 12:53 AM at night, and the last departure from San Ysidro is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Santa Monica at 1:05 AM. All services require a transfer at America Plaza Station and take an average of 5h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from San Ysidro to Santa Monica.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 158.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between San Ysidro, CA, USA and Santa Monica, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 2h 56m.

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