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Portland, OR to San Diego, CA by train

The journey from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA by train is 933.54 mi and takes 33 hr 13 min. There are 4 connections per day, with the first departure at 2:22 PM and the last at 2:22 PM. It is possible to travel from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA by train for as little as $134.89 or as much as $214.68. The best price for this journey is $134.89.

Lowest Price $134.89
Journey Duration 33 hr 13 min
Connection per Day 4
Lowest Price $134.89
Highest Price $214.68
First Departure 2:22 PM
Last Departure 2:22 PM
Distance 933.54 mi
Departure Portland, OR
Arrival San Diego, CA
Carriers Amtrak

Portland, OR to San Diego, CA Train Times

Departure date
Wednesday, Mar 26, 2025

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The cheapest Portland, OR - San Diego, CA train tickets can be found for as low as $97.89 if you’re lucky, or $164.33 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $245.46.

Find the best day to travel to San Diego, CA by train

When travelling to San Diego, CA by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Amtrak from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA
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Portland, OR to San Diego, CA CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
105.17kg
Bus
112.68kg
Flight
300.48kg
Car
240.38kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Portland, OR and San Diego, CA are 105.17kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Portland, OR and San Diego, CA? By taking the train between Portland, OR and San Diego, CA you will save 195.31kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 7.51kg compared to a bus and 135.21kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA?
A train ticket from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA is $170.63. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $134.89.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA is $134.89. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Portland, OR and San Diego, CA by train?
Portland, OR to San Diego, CA is 933.54 mi.
How long does the train between Portland, OR and San Diego, CA take?
Portland, OR to San Diego, CA is on average 33 hr 13 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 29 hr 28 min.
How many train connections per day go from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA?
Portland, OR to San Diego, CA has 4 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA leave?
The earliest train from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA departs at 2:22 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA depart?
The latest train from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA departs at 2:22 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $134.89 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Portland, OR to San Diego, CA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Portland, OR and San Diego, CA is 29 hr 28 min.
Is there a direct train from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA?
Yes, there is a direct train between Portland, OR and San Diego, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Portland, OR to San Diego, CA by train?
The train journey from Portland, OR to San Diego, CA creates 105.17kg of CO2 emissions.

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