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 Fri, May 29, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 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 Fri, May 29 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.
8:25 PM1h42Lake Forest, CA10:07 PMSan Diego, CA$271One-way0 transfers
8:25 PM1h42Lake Forest, CA10:07 PMSan Diego, CA$271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lake Forest, CA to San Diego, CA
Omio recommends booking the train 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 $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$27 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lake Forest, CA to San Diego, CA:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lake Forest, CA to San Diego, CA costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to San Diego, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 50m.
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, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:25 PM Lake Forest, CA | 1h42 | 10:07 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:25 PM Lake Forest, CA | 1h42 | 11:07 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lake Forest, CA to San Diego, CA
Trains from Lake Forest, CA to San Diego, CA run on average 35 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 35 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:01, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 35 |
Direct trains 35 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 4:01 AM |
Last train 9:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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 $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 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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