How much is the train ticket from San Diego to Barstow?

The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Barstow start at $86. The average price for this train route is around $99. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from San Diego to Barstow?

The average train trip from San Diego to Barstow takes 6h 52m and covers 244 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 52m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Diego to Barstow route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to Barstow?

The earliest train from San Diego to Barstow departs at 2:01pm. The latest train departs at 2:10pm.

Train San Diego to Barstow from $81 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Diego to Barstow on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	6h 52m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	CheapestFastest
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	6h 52m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	6h 52m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	7h 1m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	7h 1m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Barstow on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	6h 52m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	CheapestFastest
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	6h 52m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	6h 52m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	7h 1m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	7h 1m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Barstow on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	6h 52m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	CheapestFastest
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	6h 52m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	6h 52m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	7h 1m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	7h 1m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Barstow on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	6h 52m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	CheapestFastest
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	6h 52m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	6h 52m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	7h 1m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	7h 1m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Barstow on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	6h 52m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	CheapestFastest
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	6h 52m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	6h 52m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	7h 1m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	7h 1m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Barstow on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	6h 52m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	CheapestFastest
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	6h 52m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	6h 52m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	7h 1m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags
Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	7h 1m	9:02pm	Barstow Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:03 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Barstow

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Barstow. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

6h 20mAverage Duration

239 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$56 - $194	Average Duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$86 - $503	Average Duration6h 52m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,625 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5625 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $86

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Barstow by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from San Diego to Barstow?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Barstow start at $86. The average price for this train route is around $99. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from San Diego to Barstow?
The average train trip from San Diego to Barstow takes 6h 52m and covers 244 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego to Barstow route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to Barstow?
The earliest train from San Diego to Barstow departs at 2:01pm. The latest train departs at 2:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-03

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12-04

$86

Today

$94

12-06

$94

12-07

$94

12-08

$94

12-09

$86

12-10

$86

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Barstow was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $86

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Barstow, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $86 to $361 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Barstow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $86 which is on 2025-12-09.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Barstow?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time6h 20m	Avg Price$113	Daily Departures13
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time6h 52m	Avg Price$99	Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between San Diego, CA, US and Barstow is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $99 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $86. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Barstow, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego, CA, US to Barstow in about 6h 20m —that's the fastest way to get there!