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| 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 | Austin, TX | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Austin, TX | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Austin, TX | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Austin, TX | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Austin, TX | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Austin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $196, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5754 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $196
Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Austin, TX, US by train
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How much is the train ticket from San Diego to Austin?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Austin start from $196. The average price for this train route is around $231. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Diego to Austin?
The average train ride duration from San Diego to Austin is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 1154 miles (1861 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Diego to Austin route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Diego to Austin?
The earliest train departs from San Diego to Austin at 4:01pm. And the latest train departs at 4:10pm.
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 Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $222To 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 Austin, TX, US, as early as possible.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Austin, TX, US?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Diego, CA, US and Austin, TX, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $231 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $196. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Austin, TX, US, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego, CA, US to Austin, TX, US in about 1d 15h - that's the fastest way to get there!
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