Trains tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Stockton, CA

Tomorrow30 Jul
from US$97
Thu31 Jul
from US$97
Fri1 Aug
from US$97
Sat2 Aug
from US$97
Sun3 Aug
Mon4 Aug
from US$97
Tue5 Aug
Wed6 Aug

Next departures to Stockton

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Old Town San Diego
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Stockton
    Destination location: Stockton ACE Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Stockton
    Destination location: San Joaquin Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Stockton
    Destination location: San Joaquin Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Stockton
    Destination location: San Joaquin Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Stockton
    Destination location: San Joaquin Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Stockton

Bus
Average priceUS$60 - US$176Average duration12h 5m
17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$79 - US$111Average duration12h 35m
62kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Diego to Stockton

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Stockton. The journey takes about 12 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day
12h 35mAverage duration
US$79Cheapest ticket
62kgCO₂ emissions

Train San Diego, CA, US to Stockton, CA: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$94
Average train trip duration12h 35m
Number of daily trains9
Earliest train departure04:01
Distance426 miles
Latest train departure12:10

San Diego to Stockton Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego, CA, US - Stockton, CA

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from San Diego to Stockton cost?

    The average train ticket price from San Diego to Stockton is US$94. The best way to find cheap train tickets from San Diego to Stockton is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from San Diego to Stockton?

    A train trip between San Diego and Stockton is around 12h 35m, although the fastest train will take about 12h 17m. This is the time it takes to travel the 431 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between San Diego and Stockton?

    The number of trains from San Diego to Stockton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from San Diego to Stockton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from San Diego to Stockton?

    When taking the train from San Diego to Stockton, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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27/07
US$92
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30/07
US$92
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Stockton, CA was searched and found on 27 Jul 2025 with a price of US$92

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 Stockton, CA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$92 to US$121 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Stockton, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$92, which is on 2025-07-30.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from San Diego to Stockton is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Stockton, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between San Diego and Stockton, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from San Diego to Stockton and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between San Diego, CA, US and Stockton, CA is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$94 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$79. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Stockton, CA, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego, CA, US to Stockton, CA in about 12h 5m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Stockton, CA to San Diego, CA, US

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