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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 | Union Depot | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from El Paso to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 21 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just £93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5787 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 £93
Frequently asked questions about travelling from El Paso, US to San Diego, CA, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from El Paso to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from El Paso to San Diego start from £93. The average price for this train route is around £119. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from El Paso to San Diego?
The average train journey time from El Paso to San Diego is 21h 2m, covering a distance of 626 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 20h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the El Paso to San Diego 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 El Paso to San Diego?
The earliest train from El Paso to San Diego departs at 13:50. And the latest train departs at 13:50.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from El Paso, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 16 Apr 2026 with a price of £134To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from El Paso, US to San Diego, CA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £134 to £922 for a train ticket from El Paso, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £134, which is on 2026-04-16.
