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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 | Old Town San Diego | Union Depot | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Union Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Union Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Union Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Union Depot | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to El Paso
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 19 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5789 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 CHF 110
Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to El Paso, 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 San Diego to El Paso?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to El Paso start from CHF 110. The average price for this train route is around CHF 148. 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 El Paso?
The average train ride duration from San Diego to El Paso is 21h 50m, covering a distance of 627 miles (1011 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Diego to El Paso 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 El Paso?
The earliest train departs from San Diego to El Paso 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 El Paso, US was searched and found on Apr 24, 2026 with a price of CHF 142To 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 El Paso, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CHF 142 to CHF 548 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to El Paso, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 142 which is on 2026-04-24.
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