How much is the train ticket from San Diego to Olympia?

The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Olympia start from $161. The average price for this train route is around $294. 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 Olympia?

The average train ride duration from San Diego to Olympia is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1025 miles (1653 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Diego to Olympia 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 Olympia?

The earliest train departs from San Diego to Olympia at 6:01am. And the latest train departs at 6:10am.

Train San Diego to Olympia from $154 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Diego to Olympia on January 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	CheapestFastest
Train	6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Olympia on January 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	CheapestFastest
Train	6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Olympia on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	CheapestFastest
Train	6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Olympia on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Old Town San Diego	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	CheapestFastest
Train	6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	1d 11h	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:49 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Olympia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Olympia. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 49 minutes and with fares starting at just $161, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

1025 milesDistance

150kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$119 - $529	Average Duration2d 1h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$161 - $938	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 150kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,701 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5701 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 $161

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Olympia 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 Diego to Olympia?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Olympia start from $161. The average price for this train route is around $294. 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 Olympia?
The average train ride duration from San Diego to Olympia is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1025 miles (1653 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Diego to Olympia 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 Olympia?
The earliest train departs from San Diego to Olympia at 6:01am. And the latest train departs at 6:10am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/02

$1,351

01/03

$709

Today

$1,351

01/05

$314

01/06

$253

01/07

$208

01/08

$208

01/09

$187

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Olympia was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $187

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 Olympia, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $187 to $1,356 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Olympia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $187 which is on 2026-01-09.