How much is the train ticket from San Juan Capistrano to San Diego?

The cheapest train tickets from San Juan Capistrano to San Diego start at $36. The average price for this train route is around $36. 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 Juan Capistrano to San Diego?

The average train trip from San Juan Capistrano to San Diego takes 1h 28m and covers 99 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 22m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Juan Capistrano to San Diego route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from San Juan Capistrano to San Diego departs at 7:26am. The latest train departs at 11:26pm.

Train San Juan Capistrano to San Diego from $33 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Juan Capistrano to San Diego on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:26am	San Juan Capistrano, CA	1h 24m	8:50am	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
Train	7:26am	San Juan Capistrano, CA	1h 24m	8:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
Train	8:26am	San Juan Capistrano, CA	1h 24m	9:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
Train	8:26am	San Juan Capistrano, CA	1h 24m	9:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
Train	9:26am	San Juan Capistrano, CA	1h 27m	10:53am	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures for San Juan Capistrano to San Diego on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:26am	San Juan Capistrano, CA	1h 24m	8:50am	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
Train	7:26am	San Juan Capistrano, CA	1h 24m	8:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
Train	8:26am	San Juan Capistrano, CA	1h 24m	9:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
Train	8:26am	San Juan Capistrano, CA	1h 24m	9:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
Train	9:26am	San Juan Capistrano, CA	1h 27m	10:53am	Old Town San Diego	No tags

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Get from San Juan Capistrano to San Diego

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22train per day

1h 28mAverage Duration

99 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5618 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 $36

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Juan Capistrano to San Diego, CA, US 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 Juan Capistrano to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from San Juan Capistrano to San Diego start at $36. The average price for this train route is around $36. 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 Juan Capistrano to San Diego?
The average train trip from San Juan Capistrano to San Diego takes 1h 28m and covers 99 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 22m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Juan Capistrano to San Diego route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Juan Capistrano to San Diego?
The earliest train from San Juan Capistrano to San Diego departs at 7:26am. The latest train departs at 11:26pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-28

$33

11-29

$33

Today

$33

12-01

$33

12-02

$33

12-03

$33

12-04

$33

12-05

$33

The cheapest trip from San Juan Capistrano to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $33

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

You can expect to pay from $33 to $51 for a train ticket from San Juan Capistrano to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-12-01.