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Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA by train

The journey from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA by train is 1,065.09 mi and takes 37 hr 55 min. There are 5 connections per day, with the first departure at 9:55 AM and the last at 9:55 AM. It is possible to travel from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA by train for as little as $157.45 or as much as $229.78. The best price for this journey is $157.45.

Lowest Price $157.45
Journey Duration 37 hr 55 min
Connection per Day 5
Lowest Price $157.45
Highest Price $229.78
First Departure 9:55 AM
Last Departure 9:55 AM
Distance 1,065.09 mi
Departure Seattle, WA
Arrival San Diego, CA
Carriers Amtrak

Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA Train Times

Departure date
Friday, May 16, 2025

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA

The cheapest Seattle, WA - San Diego, CA train tickets can be found for as low as $94.51 if you’re lucky, or $224.64 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $404.77.

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!

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Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
119.99kg
Bus
128.56kg
Flight
342.82kg
Car
274.25kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Seattle, WA and San Diego, CA are 119.99kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Seattle, WA and San Diego, CA? By taking the train between Seattle, WA and San Diego, CA you will save 222.83kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 8.57kg compared to a bus and 154.26kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA?
A train ticket from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA is $197.47. 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 $157.45.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA is $157.45. 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 Seattle, WA and San Diego, CA by train?
Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA is 1,065.09 mi.
How long does the train between Seattle, WA and San Diego, CA take?
Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA is on average 37 hr 55 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 33 hr 55 min.
How many train connections per day go from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA?
Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA has 5 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA leave?
The earliest train from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA departs at 9:55 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 Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA depart?
The latest train from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA departs at 9:55 AM. 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 Seattle, WA 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 $157.45 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 Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Seattle, WA and San Diego, CA is 33 hr 55 min.
Is there a direct train from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA?
Yes, there is a direct train between Seattle, WA and San Diego, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA by train?
The train journey from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA creates 119.99kg of CO2 emissions.

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