The cheapest and fastest trains from Arcadia, CA to San Diego, CA
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Arcadia, CA to San Diego, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arcadia, CA to San Diego, CA will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 1 trains that leave Arcadia, CA for San Diego, CA on Sat, Jan 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 10 the direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
On Sat, Jan 10 the slowest trains will take 2 h 54 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Arcadia, CA to San Diego, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Arcadia, CA to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €62.
Distance: 110 miles (178 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€33 Average price | €81 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 1m Average total duration 12h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Arcadia, CA to San Diego, CA by bus, train, or flight
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Why should you book Arcadia to San Diego trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from Arcadia to San Diego. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Amtrak?
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Amtrak tickets can only be bought on Omio or Amtrak's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Amtrak tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Arcadia to San Diego.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Arcadia, CA to San Diego, CA
Trains from Arcadia, CA to San Diego, CA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:01, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 110 miles (178 km) distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 110 miles (178 km) |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 04:01 |
Last train 22:10 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Arcadia, CA to San Diego, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Arcadia, CA and San Diego, CA from $30 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Arcadia, CA to San Diego, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Arcadia, CA to San Diego, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Diego, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Arcadia, CA to San Diego, CA
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with various public and private options.
- The Fish Market
- Karl Strauss Brewing Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1.25
- The Westin San Diego
- The Guild Hotel, San Diego, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
- Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Coaster trains
- Hall 2: Trolley connections
- San Diego Trolley: Blue Line, Green Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Amtrak: Pacific Surfliner
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