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Compare 3 ways to go from San Diego to Los Angeles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just ₹2,320, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Passengers generally report a positive experience with the service, highlighting its punctuality and cleanliness. The journey is described as smooth and comfortable, with excellent customer service ensuring safety and security throughout. However, some users noted concerns about overselling tickets leading to standing passengers, which could impact overall satisfaction for those affected.
Amtrak San Diego Los Angeles recent customer reviews
I think it was a fair value, I boarded in Union Station. Had plenty of seats to choose from. I did not like that it oversold and people had to stand. It seemed extremely un safe. For the price I would NOT have been satisfied if I had to stand! Other than that I was clean, safe, and I appreciated the information on the intercom reiterating the upcoming stops etc.
Emma V.
The train was at a standstill for over an hour and then we went backwards to the closest station and were told to get off the train. I had to uber to the airport costing me $380 Australian dollars and I made check in by 14 minutes. Do not recommend this train at all
Bronte D.
The train was not on schedule, we to continue our journey by bus from oceanside ang I got to LA 35 minutes late
Sasan N.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Los Angeles start from ₹3,667. The average price for this train route is around ₹3,768. 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 Los Angeles?
The average train ride duration from San Diego to Los Angeles is 2h 56m, covering a distance of 113 miles (182 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Diego to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 31 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Diego to Los Angeles?
The earliest train departs from San Diego to Los Angeles at 4:01am. And the latest train departs at 9:10pm.
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 Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Sep 9, 2026 with a price of ₹3,428To 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 Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ₹3,428 to ₹5,779 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ₹3,428 which is on 2026-09-13.
