Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Fountain Valley, CA to San Diego, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fountain Valley, CA to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 82 miles (133 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$33 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest |
2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fountain Valley, CA to San Diego, CA
Trains from Fountain Valley, CA to San Diego, CA run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€27) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
There are 27 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:01, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (133 km) distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 82 miles (133 km) |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€27) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 27 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 04:01 |
Last train 23:01 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fountain Valley, CA to San Diego, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fountain Valley, CA and San Diego, CA from $22 (€18). 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 Fountain Valley, CA to San Diego, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley, 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
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with several spaces for commuters and visitors.
- Casa Guadalajara
- Old Town Mexican Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.25
- Old Town Inn
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town
- Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
- 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
- Trolley: Green Line
- Bus: Several lines available including 8, 9, 10, 28, 30, 35, 44, 88, 105, 150, 923, 928
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