Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Santa Fe Depot | Needles Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Needles Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Needles Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Needles Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Needles Station | No tags |
Get from San Diego to Needles
The journey takes about 9 hours 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 354, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5630 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 354
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Needles by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from San Diego to Needles?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Needles start from R 1 354. The average price for this train route is around R 1 679. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Diego to Needles?
The average train journey time from San Diego to Needles is 9h 28m, covering a distance of 334 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 28m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego to Needles route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to Needles?
The earliest train from San Diego to Needles departs at 14:01. And the latest train departs at 14:10.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Needles was searched and found on 07 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 602To 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 Needles as early as possible.
