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

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to San Diego start from $163. The average price for this train route is around $184. 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 Seattle to San Diego?

The average train ride duration from Seattle to San Diego is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1058 miles (1707 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Seattle to San Diego route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Seattle to San Diego?

The earliest train departs from Seattle to San Diego at 9:55am. And the latest train departs at 9:55am.

Train Seattle to San Diego from $156 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Seattle to San Diego on December 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to San Diego on December 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to San Diego on December 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to San Diego on December 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to San Diego on December 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to San Diego on December 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 14h	12:50am	Old Town San Diego	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to San Diego

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 14hAverage Duration

1058 milesDistance

155kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$108 - $463	Average Duration1d 23h	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$163 - $892	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 155kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,628 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5628 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 $146

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US 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 Seattle to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to San Diego start from $163. The average price for this train route is around $184. 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 Seattle to San Diego?
The average train ride duration from Seattle to San Diego is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1058 miles (1707 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Seattle to San Diego route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Seattle to San Diego?
The earliest train departs from Seattle to San Diego at 9:55am. And the latest train departs at 9:55am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/04

$232

12/05

$222

Today

$189

12/07

$320

12/08

$156

12/09

$189

12/10

$213

12/11

$213

The cheapest trip from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $156

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

You can expect to pay from $156 to $691 for a train ticket from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $156 which is on 2025-12-08.