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San Diego Museum of Art
Major Balboa Park museum with works from Spanish old masters to modern art, plus strong regional and international exhibitions.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Little Rock, AR to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $227. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $227, and a flight costs an average of $490.
Distance: 1432 miles (2305 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$474 Average price | $263 Average price Cheapest | $551 Average price | $332 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
55h 28m Average total duration 54h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36h 28m Average total duration 35h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration Fastest 6h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Little Rock, AR to San Diego, CA:
A bus is $212 (€174) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Little Rock, AR to San Diego, CA costing on average $474 (€389).
A bus is $289 (€237) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Little Rock, AR to San Diego, CA costing on average $551 (€452).
Other travel options to San Diego, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 35h 58m.
Train takes on average 54h 58m.
Tickets start at around $474 (€389) compared to roughly $332 (€272) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-142.57 (€-117.02). The journey takes 54h 58m versus 24h 2m 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.
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Trains from Little Rock, AR to San Diego, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 54h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $474 (€389) but you can travel from only $227 (€186) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:04, the last at 16:10. The fastest train covers the 1432 miles (2305 km) distance in 56h 20m.
Distance 1432 miles (2305 km) |
Average train duration 54h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $474 (€389) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 56h 20m |
First train 3:04 AM |
Last train 4:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis or rideshares, and $1-2 for coffee drinks or small cafe orders.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Little Rock, AR 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.

Most Little Rock, AR to San Diego, CA trains use the Union Station to Santa Fe Depot station pair, with some services arriving at Old Town Station. Use this guide to compare Little Rock, AR and San Diego, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Brave New Restaurant, The Pantry Crest
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Capital Hotel, Little Rock Marriott, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Little Rock.
Santa Fe Depot is 1 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: The Fish Market, Karl Strauss Brewing Company
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Santa Fe Depot. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Santa Fe Depot. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Santa Fe Depot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Santa Fe Depot: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Fe Depot: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Westin San Diego, The Guild Hotel, San Diego, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown.
Old Town Station is 5 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Casa Guadalajara, Old Town Mexican Cafe
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Old Town Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Old Town Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Old Town Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Old Town Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Old Town Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Old Town Inn, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town, Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town.
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