The cheapest and fastest trains from Laguna Beach, CA to San Diego, CA
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Laguna Beach, 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 Laguna Beach, CA to San Diego, CA will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 2 trains that leave Laguna Beach, CA for San Diego, CA on Wed, May 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct trains cover the 109 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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.
6:25 PM1h27Laguna Beach, CA7:52 PMSan Diego, CA$261One-way0 transfers
3:25 PM1h27Laguna Beach, CA4:52 PMSan Diego, CA$261One-way0 transfers
6:25 PM1h27Laguna Beach, CA7:52 PMSan Diego, CA$261One-way0 transfers
3:25 PM1h27Laguna Beach, CA4:52 PMSan Diego, CA$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Laguna Beach, CA to San Diego, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Laguna Beach, CA to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 67 miles (109 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Laguna Beach, CA to San Diego, CA:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Laguna Beach, CA to San Diego, CA costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to San Diego, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 30m.
Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $16 (€13) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-10.36 (€-8.36). The journey takes 1h 36m versus 1h 21m 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
Laguna Beach, CA to San Diego, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Laguna Beach, CA to San Diego, CA trains for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
572 Pacific Surfliner | 12:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 2:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 12:25 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h42 | 2:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 12:25 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h27 | 1:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 1:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 3:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 1:25 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h27 | 2:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 1:25 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h42 | 3:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 4:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 6:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 4:25 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h42 | 6:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 4:25 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h27 | 5:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 5:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 7:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 5:25 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h27 | 6:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 5:25 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h42 | 7:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
584 Pacific Surfliner | 6:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 8:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
584 Pacific Surfliner | 6:25 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h27 | 7:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
584 Pacific Surfliner | 6:25 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h42 | 8:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 7:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 9:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 7:25 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h42 | 9:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 7:25 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h27 | 8:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
588 Pacific Surfliner | 8:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 10:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
588 Pacific Surfliner | 8:25 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h42 | 10:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
588 Pacific Surfliner | 8:25 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h27 | 9:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 9:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 11:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 9:25 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h42 | 11:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 9:25 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h26 | 10:51 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 11:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h52 | 1:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 11:26 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h38 | 1:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 11:26 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h24 | 12:50 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 27 | |||||
![]() | 3:25 PM Laguna Beach, CA | 1h27 | 4:52 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:25 PM Laguna Beach, CA | 1h27 | 7:52 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Laguna Beach, CA to San Diego, CA
Trains from Laguna Beach, CA to San Diego, CA run on average 28 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 67 miles (109 km) distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 67 miles (109 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 3:50 AM |
Last train 11:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Laguna Beach, CA to San Diego, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Laguna Beach, CA and San Diego, CA from $16 (€13). 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 Laguna Beach, CA to San Diego, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Laguna Beach, 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 Laguna Beach, 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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