Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Old Town San Diego | 475 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | 475 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | 475 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | 475 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | 475 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA |
Get from San Diego to Carpinteria
The journey takes about 5 hours 24 minutes, and with fares starting at just MAD 452, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5831 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at MAD 452
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Carpinteria 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 Carpinteria?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Carpinteria start from MAD 452. The average price for this train route is around MAD 452. 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 Carpinteria?
The average train journey time from San Diego to Carpinteria is 5h 24m, covering a distance of 285 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 17m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego to Carpinteria route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to Carpinteria?
The earliest train from San Diego to Carpinteria departs at 04:01. And the latest train departs at 16:10.
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 Carpinteria was searched and found on 23 Jun 2026 with a price of MAD 425To 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 Carpinteria as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MAD 425 to MAD 618 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Carpinteria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 425, which is on 2026-06-26.
