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Compare bus, flight, and train for San Diego, CA to Compton, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Compton, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $315.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $448 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest |
3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 50m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Diego, CA to Compton, CA:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Diego, CA to Compton, CA costing on average $41 (€33).
A bus is $416 (€336) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Diego, CA to Compton, CA costing on average $448 (€362).
Other travel options to Compton, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 56m.
Flight takes on average 7h 50m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Diego, CA to Compton, CA
Trains from San Diego, CA to Compton, CA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 3:50 AM |
Last train 10:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
FAQs: Trains from San Diego, CA to Compton, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, CA to Compton, 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 Compton, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Diego, CA to Compton, 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
Most popular train connections from San Diego, CA
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