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San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA by train

The journey from San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA by train is 84.86 mi and takes 5 hr 1 min. There are 2 connections per day, with the first departure at 8:01 AM and the last at 2:10 PM. It is possible to travel from San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA by train for as little as $32.44 or as much as $34.46. The best price for this journey is $32.44.

Lowest Price $32.44
Journey Duration 5 hr 1 min
Connection per Day 2
Lowest Price $32.44
Highest Price $34.46
First Departure 8:01 AM
Last Departure 2:10 PM
Distance 84.86 mi
Departure San Diego, CA
Arrival Palm Springs, CA
Carriers Amtrak

San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA Train Times

Departure date
Sunday, May 18, 2025

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA

The cheapest San Diego, CA - Palm Springs, CA train tickets can be found for as low as $89.90 if you’re lucky, or $165.31 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $232.31.

Find the best day to travel to Palm Springs, CA by train

When travelling to Palm Springs, 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!

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San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
9.56kg
Bus
10.24kg
Flight
27.31kg
Car
21.85kg
What are the CO2 emissions from San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between San Diego, CA and Palm Springs, CA are 9.56kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between San Diego, CA and Palm Springs, CA? By taking the train between San Diego, CA and Palm Springs, CA you will save 17.75kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.68kg compared to a bus and 12.29kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA?
A train ticket from San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA is $33.45. 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 $32.44.
What's the cheapest train ticket from San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA is $32.44. 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 San Diego, CA and Palm Springs, CA by train?
San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA is 84.86 mi.
How long does the train between San Diego, CA and Palm Springs, CA take?
San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA is on average 5 hr 1 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hr 50 min.
How many train connections per day go from San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA?
San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA has 2 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA leave?
The earliest train from San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA departs at 8:01 AM. 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 San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA depart?
The latest train from San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA departs at 2:10 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 San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, 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 $32.44 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 San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between San Diego, CA and Palm Springs, CA is 4 hr 50 min.
Is there a direct train from San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA?
Yes, there is a direct train between San Diego, CA and Palm Springs, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA by train?
The train journey from San Diego, CA to Palm Springs, CA creates 9.56kg of CO2 emissions.

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