The cheapest and fastest trains from Lake Forest, CA to San Diego, CA
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 42 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, CA to San Diego, CA will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lake Forest, CA for San Diego, CA on Sat, Nov 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lake Forest, CA to San Diego, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lake Forest, CA to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€22 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lake Forest, CA to San Diego, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Lake Forest, CA to San Diego, CA trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
562 Pacific Surfliner | 3:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h52 | 5:04 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
562 Pacific Surfliner | 3:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 4:50 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
562 Pacific Surfliner | 3:26 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h38 | 5:04 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
564 Pacific Surfliner | 4:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h52 | 6:04 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
564 Pacific Surfliner | 4:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 5:50 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
564 Pacific Surfliner | 4:26 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h38 | 6:04 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
566 Pacific Surfliner | 5:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 7:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
566 Pacific Surfliner | 5:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h41 | 6:53 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
566 Pacific Surfliner | 5:26 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h41 | 7:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
770 Pacific Surfliner | 7:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 9:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
770 Pacific Surfliner | 7:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h41 | 8:53 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
770 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 | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 8:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 10:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 8:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h41 | 9:53 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
572 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 | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 9:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h52 | 11:04 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 9:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 10:50 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 9:26 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h38 | 11:04 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, November 8 | |||||
580 Pacific Surfliner | 12:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 1:50 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 12:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h52 | 2:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 12:26 AM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h38 | 2:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
582 Pacific Surfliner | 1:09 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 3:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
582 Pacific Surfliner | 1:09 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h41 | 2:50 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
582 Pacific Surfliner | 1:23 AM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h41 | 3:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
784 Pacific Surfliner | 2:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h52 | 4:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
784 Pacific Surfliner | 2:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 3:50 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
784 Pacific Surfliner | 2:26 AM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h38 | 4:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
586 Pacific Surfliner | 3:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 4:50 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
586 Pacific Surfliner | 3:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h52 | 5:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
586 Pacific Surfliner | 3:26 AM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1h38 | 5:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 5:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h36 | 6:48 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 5:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h52 | 7:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lake Forest, CA to San Diego, CA
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 31 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 04:01 |
Last train 23:26 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Lake Forest, CA to San Diego, CA start from as low as $27 (€22) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $27 (€22) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Amtrak from Lake Forest, CA to San Diego, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Lake Forest, CA and San Diego, CA from $21 (€17). 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 Lake Forest, CA to San Diego, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, 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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