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Sylmar to Chula Vista trains

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The average train between Sylmar and Chula Vista takes 5h 59m and the fastest train takes 4h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Sylmar to Chula Vista. 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 59m
Duration
157 mi
Distance
$44
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain train Pacific Surfliner
5h 7m
$37–85

Sylmar to Chula Vista train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Sylmar and Chula Vista. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sylmar is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Chula Vista at 9:37 AM. All services require a transfer at L.A. Union Station and take an average of 5h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 54m • 2 changes

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit10h 24m • 2 changes

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit11h 54m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit5h 54m • 2 changes

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 54m • 2 changes

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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit5h 54m • 2 changes

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 54m • 2 changes

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 54m • 2 changes

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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 54m • 2 changes

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 54m • 2 changes

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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 54m • 2 changes

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 54m • 2 changes

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 54m • 2 changes

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Sylmar to Chula Vista? 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.

Map of how to get from Sylmar to Chula Vista.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 156.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between Sylmar, CA, USA and Chula Vista, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $30–75 and the journey takes 2h 42m.

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