Cheapest price
$660
Average price
$660
Fastest journey
3 d 3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 d 3 h 17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
4150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA to San Diego, CA will cost around $660 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $660.
Of the 1 trains that leave Boston, MA for San Diego, CA on Fri, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 4150 km distance in an average of 3 d 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 d 3 h 17 m .
On Fri, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 3 d 3 h 17 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.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €139. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 11h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 3.7kg.
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
---|---|---|
€468 Average price | €240 Average price | €233 Average price Cheapest |
3d 75h 47m Average duration 3d 75h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 30m Average duration Fastest 11h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3d 80h 58m Average duration 3d 80h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.2 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 12.4 - 24.9kg CO2 emissions | 4.1 - 10.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Distance 2578 miles (4149 km) |
Average train duration 3d 75h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $410 (€335) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3d 75h 17m |
First train 17:50 |
Last train 17:50 |
You can travel by train from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA with Amtrak for as low as $483 (€394). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.
Boston, MA to San Diego, CA train information with Amtrak:
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