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Huntington Beach Art Center
City-run contemporary art gallery with rotating exhibitions, community programs, and artist events in Downtown Huntington Beach.
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Diego, CA to Huntington Beach, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Diego, CA to Huntington Beach, CA will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 5 trains that leave San Diego, CA for Huntington Beach, CA on Thu, Jun 25, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 25 the direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
On Thu, Jun 25 the slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Huntington Beach, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 81 miles (131 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Diego, CA to Huntington Beach, CA:
A bus is $7 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Diego, CA to Huntington Beach, CA costing on average $32 (€26).
Other travel options to Huntington Beach, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 8m.
Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $26 (€21) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-6.03 (€-4.97). The journey takes 1h 58m versus 1h 45m 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.
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to Huntington Beach, CA trains for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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761 Pacific Surfliner | 4:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 1h58 | 5:59 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
761 Pacific Surfliner | 4:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h07 | 6:08 AM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
761 Pacific Surfliner | 4:10 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h49 | 5:59 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
765 Pacific Surfliner | 6:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h01 | 8:02 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
765 Pacific Surfliner | 6:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h10 | 8:11 AM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
765 Pacific Surfliner | 6:10 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 8:02 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
567 Pacific Surfliner | 7:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h10 | 9:11 AM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
567 Pacific Surfliner | 7:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h01 | 9:02 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
567 Pacific Surfliner | 7:10 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 9:02 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
769 Pacific Surfliner | 8:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h10 | 10:11 AM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
769 Pacific Surfliner | 8:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h01 | 10:02 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
769 Pacific Surfliner | 8:10 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 10:02 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
573 Pacific Surfliner | 10:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h10 | 12:11 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
573 Pacific Surfliner | 10:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h01 | 12:02 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
573 Pacific Surfliner | 10:10 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 12:02 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
777 Pacific Surfliner | 12:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h01 | 2:02 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
777 Pacific Surfliner | 12:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h10 | 2:11 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
777 Pacific Surfliner | 12:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 2:02 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
579 Pacific Surfliner | 1:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h10 | 3:11 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
579 Pacific Surfliner | 1:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h01 | 3:02 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
579 Pacific Surfliner | 1:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 3:02 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
581 Pacific Surfliner | 2:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h01 | 4:02 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
581 Pacific Surfliner | 2:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h10 | 4:11 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
581 Pacific Surfliner | 2:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 4:02 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
785 Pacific Surfliner | 4:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h01 | 6:02 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
785 Pacific Surfliner | 4:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h10 | 6:11 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
785 Pacific Surfliner | 4:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 6:02 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
587 Pacific Surfliner | 5:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h14 | 7:15 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
587 Pacific Surfliner | 5:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h03 | 7:04 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
587 Pacific Surfliner | 5:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h54 | 7:04 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from San Diego, CA to Huntington Beach, CA run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:01, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 4:01 AM |
Last train 11:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Huntington Beach — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Huntington Beach trip today.
City-run contemporary art gallery with rotating exhibitions, community programs, and artist events in Downtown Huntington Beach.
Small local museum dedicated to surf culture, boards, memorabilia, and Huntington Beach’s identity as Surf City USA.
Respected museum featuring California scene painting, illustration, and pop culture art; a strong regional art stop near Huntington Beach.
The city’s main sandy beach, famous for surfing, volleyball, people-watching, and wide-open oceanfront walks.
Lively core around Main Street and the pier with beach-town energy, shopping, events, and easy walkability.
Outstanding coastal wetland with trails, birdwatching, and elevated views, especially popular for nature photography.
Battered or grilled local fish in tortillas with cabbage, salsa, and crema. A classic Southern California beach-town staple strongly tied to surf culture.
A hefty burrito usually filled with carne asada, fries, cheese, and salsa. Popular across coastal Southern California as a filling post-surf meal.
Cubed raw tuna seasoned with soy sauce, sesame, and seaweed. It reflects the Pacific influence on local beach dining and is common in Orange County.
Established upscale spot at Hyatt Regency known for seasonal Californian cuisine, polished service, and a refined coastal atmosphere.
Iconic longtime breakfast cafe popular for hearty morning plates and relaxed surf-town character near the beach.
Well-known oceanfront restaurant serving seafood, steaks, and Hawaiian-influenced dishes in a lively, classic beach setting.
Beach-city prices are above the U.S. average, especially for hotels and dining near the coast, though casual food options are still easy to find.
Tip 18-20% at sit-down restaurants; 15-20% for taxis and delivery. USD 1-2 per drink at bars. Tip hotel staff and valets a few dollars. Not expected at most counter-service spots.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, CA to Huntington Beach, 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 Huntington Beach, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most San Diego, CA to Huntington Beach, CA trains use the Santa Fe Depot to Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center station pair. Use this guide to compare San Diego, CA and Huntington Beach, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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