Train from New Orleans to San Diego, CA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from New Orleans to San Diego on 6 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Passenger Terminal
Old Town San DiegoCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Passenger Terminal
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Passenger Terminal
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Passenger Terminal
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Passenger Terminal
Old Town San DiegoNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 6:41 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to San Diego

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 days, 4 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 824, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
2d 4hAverage duration
2572 kmDistance
64kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 824 - R 9 449Average duration2d 4h
64kg CO₂e
Average priceR 4 335 - R 42 114Average duration2d 3h
235kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from New Orleans to San Diego?

    The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to San Diego start from R 4 335. The average price for this train route is around R 7 067. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from New Orleans to San Diego?

    The average train journey time from New Orleans to San Diego is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 2588 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the New Orleans to San Diego route?

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New Orleans to San Diego?

    The earliest train from New Orleans to San Diego departs at 09:00. And the latest train departs at 13:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
03/12
R 4 880
04/12
R 35 113
Today
R 32 160
06/12
R 4 168
07/12
No data
08/12
R 5 731
09/12
R 8 336
10/12
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New Orleans to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 06 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 168

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

You can expect to pay from R 4 168 to R 35 113 for a train ticket from New Orleans to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 168, which is on 2025-12-06.

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