The cheapest and fastest trains from King Street Station, Seattle, WA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
Cheapest price
$346
Average price
$376
Fastest journey
1 d 11 h 12 m
Average duration
1 d 14 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1711 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from King Street Station, Seattle, WA to Santa Fe Depot, 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 King Street Station, Seattle, WA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA will cost around $376 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $346.
It's difficult to get from King Street Station, Seattle, WA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA without transferring at least once.
11 Coast Starlight · 5818 AMTRAK9:55 AM43h40King Street Station, Seattle, WA5:35 AMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA$3461One-way1 transfer
11 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner9:55 AM39h09King Street Station, Seattle, WA1:04 AMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA$3661One-way1 transfer
11 Coast Starlight · 4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner9:55 AM39h09King Street Station, Seattle, WA1:04 AMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA$3871One-way2 transfers
11 Coast Starlight · 3710 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK9:55 AM35h12King Street Station, Seattle, WA9:07 PMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA$3911One-way4 transfers
11 Coast Starlight · 3810 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK9:55 AM35h12King Street Station, Seattle, WA9:07 PMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA$3911One-way4 transfers
11 Coast Starlight · 3710 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK9:55 AM35h12King Street Station, Seattle, WA9:07 PMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA$3911One-way4 transfers
11 Coast Starlight · 3810 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK9:55 AM35h12King Street Station, Seattle, WA9:07 PMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA$3911One-way4 transfers
11 Coast Starlight · 4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner9:55 AM39h09King Street Station, Seattle, WA1:04 AMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA$3871One-way2 transfers
11 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner9:55 AM39h09King Street Station, Seattle, WA1:04 AMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA$3661One-way1 transfer
11 Coast Starlight · 5818 AMTRAK9:55 AM43h40King Street Station, Seattle, WA5:35 AMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA$3461One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for King Street Station, Seattle, WA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from King Street Station, Seattle, WA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $109. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $109, and a flight costs an average of $117.
Distance: 1063 miles (1711 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$293 Average price | $203 Average price Cheapest | $300 Average price | $253 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
37h 49m Average total duration 37h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31h 50m Average total duration 31h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 6m Average total duration Fastest 6h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from King Street Station, Seattle, WA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA:
A bus is $90 (€74) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from King Street Station, Seattle, WA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA costing on average $293 (€240).
A bus is $97 (€79) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from King Street Station, Seattle, WA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA costing on average $300 (€245).
Other travel options to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 31h 20m.
Train takes on average 37h 19m.
Tickets start at around $293 (€240) compared to roughly $253 (€207) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-39.89 (€-32.65). The journey takes 37h 19m versus 19h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
King Street Station, Seattle, WA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for King Street Station, Seattle, WA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:55 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 39h09 | 8:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:55 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 43h40 | 1:35 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from King Street Station, Seattle, WA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
Trains from King Street Station, Seattle, WA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 37h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $153 (€125) but you can travel from only $109 (€89) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 16:55, the last at 17:55. The fastest train covers the 1063 miles (1711 km) distance in 35h 12m.
Distance 1063 miles (1711 km) |
Average train duration 37h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $153 (€125) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 35h 12m |
First train 4:55 PM |
Last train 5:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from King Street Station, Seattle, WA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between King Street Station, Seattle, WA and Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA from $109 (€89). 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 King Street Station, Seattle, WA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from King Street Station, Seattle, WA to Santa Fe Depot, 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 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from King Street Station, Seattle, WA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
Most King Street Station, Seattle, WA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA trains use the King Street Station to Santa Fe Depot station pair, with some services arriving at Old Town Station. Use this guide to compare King Street Station, Seattle, WA and Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to King Street Station from Seattle city centre
King Street Station train station facilities and services
King Street Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The London Plane, Salumi
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at King Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at King Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at King Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at King Street Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at King Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square, The Arctic Club Seattle - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown.
Getting to Santa Fe Depot from San Diego city centre
Santa Fe Depot is 1 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
Santa Fe Depot train station facilities and services
Santa Fe Depot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Fish Market, Karl Strauss Brewing Company
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santa Fe Depot. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Santa Fe Depot. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santa Fe Depot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santa Fe Depot: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Fe Depot: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Westin San Diego, The Guild Hotel, San Diego, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown.
Getting to Old Town Station from San Diego city centre
Old Town Station is 5 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
Old Town Station train station facilities and services
Old Town Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Casa Guadalajara, Old Town Mexican Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Old Town Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Old Town Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Old Town Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Old Town Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Old Town Station: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Town Inn, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town, Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town.
