Boston, MA to San Diego, CA train with Amtrak

Fri, Jun 20
+ Add return
Amtrak
Comboios De Portugal
Eurostar
AVE
TGV INOUI
1,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA

Showing times and prices for Jun 20

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast trains

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.

Amtrak
05:50PM75h17
Boston, MA
09:07PMSan Diego, CA
$6601One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Boston, MA to San Diego, CA

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.

Compare train with

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.

Compare prices and tickets Boston, MA to San Diego, CA by train, bus, or flight

Fri
Jun 20
Sat
Jun 21
Sun
Jun 22
Mon
Jun 23
Tue
Jun 24
Wed
Jun 25
Thu
Jun 26

Journey information

Overview: Train from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA

USAUSA
USAUSA
Icon of train
Trains from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3d 75h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $410 (€335) but you can travel from only $138 (€113) by flight.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $138 (€113)
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
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $138 (€113)

Train providers: Amtrak from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA trains

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:

  • Average Duration: 75 h 17 min
  • Cheapest Price: $483
  • Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA.
FAQs

Most popular trains to and from San Diego and Boston

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone
More routes, destinations and providers
Currency
Language

Useful links