What is the cheapest way to get from Pasadena to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Pasadena to San Diego is to bus which costs $21 - $40 and takes 5h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pasadena to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Pasadena to San Diego is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Pasadena and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Pasadena station to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at San Diego via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Pasadena and San Diego?

No, there is no direct train from Pasadena station to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Memorial Park Station and arriving at San Diego via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Pasadena to San Diego?

The distance between Pasadena and San Diego is 137 miles. The road distance is 125.6 miles.

How do I travel from Pasadena to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Pasadena to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs $35 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Pasadena to San Diego?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Pasadena to San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to San Diego bus from?

Pasadena to San Diego bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to San Diego train from?

Pasadena to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Pasadena to San Diego?

The best way to get from Pasadena to San Diego is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs $35 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21 - $40 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Pasadena to San Diego bus arrive?

Pasadena to San Diego bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Diego station.

Where does the Pasadena to San Diego train arrive?

Pasadena to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego station.

Can I drive from Pasadena to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Pasadena to San Diego is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Pasadena to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 1886+ hotels available in San Diego.

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There are 5 ways to get from Pasadena to San Diego by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, tram, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diegotrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 17m
$37–87
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diegobus FlixBus 2017
5h 10m
$22–37
Drive 124.9 mi
1. Drive from Pasadena to San Diegocar 124.9 mi
2h 14m
$23–33
Tram, fly
1. Take the tram from Memorial Park Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
3h 14m
$169–565
Bus via Atlantic / Floral (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Diegobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 21m
$43–63

Pasadena to San Diego by tram and train (Amtrak)

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4h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 136.4 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego hourly. Tickets cost $35–85 and the journey takes 2h 57m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego once daily. Tickets cost $20–35 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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