The cheapest and fastest trains from San Diego, CA to Laguna Beach, CA
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Diego, CA to Laguna 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 Laguna Beach, CA will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 2 trains that leave San Diego, CA for Laguna Beach, CA on Wed, Jul 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 109 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.
1:10 PM1h25San Diego, CA2:35 PMLaguna Beach, CA$251One-way0 transfers
10:10 PM1h25San Diego, CA11:35 PMLaguna Beach, CA$261One-way0 transfers
10:10 PM1h25San Diego, CA11:35 PMLaguna Beach, CA$261One-way0 transfers
1:10 PM1h25San Diego, CA2:35 PMLaguna Beach, CA$251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for San Diego, CA to Laguna Beach, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Laguna Beach, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $25, and a bus costs an average of $17.
Distance: 67 miles (109 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m 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 Laguna Beach, CA:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Diego, CA to Laguna Beach, CA costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Laguna Beach, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 34m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 34m by train vs 1h 36m by car). Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $15 (€13) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
San Diego, CA to Laguna Beach, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to Laguna Beach, CA trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:10 PM San Diego, CA | 1h25 | 2:35 PM Laguna Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Diego, CA to Laguna Beach, CA
Trains from San Diego, CA to Laguna Beach, CA run on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
There are 31 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 67 miles (109 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 67 miles (109 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€21) |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 31 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 3:50 AM |
Last train 11:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Diego, CA to Laguna Beach, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Diego, CA and Laguna Beach, CA from $17 (€14). 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 San Diego, CA to Laguna Beach, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, CA to Laguna 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 Laguna Beach, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Diego, CA to Laguna Beach, CA
Most San Diego, CA to Laguna Beach, CA trains use the Santa Fe Depot to Irvine Station station pair. Use this guide to compare San Diego, CA and Laguna Beach, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which San Diego, CA station do trains to Laguna Beach, CA leave from?
Getting to Santa Fe Depot from San Diego city centre
Santa Fe Depot is 1 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
Santa Fe Depot train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: The Fish Market, Karl Strauss Brewing Company
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santa Fe Depot. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Santa Fe Depot. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santa Fe Depot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santa Fe Depot: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Fe Depot: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Westin San Diego, The Guild Hotel, San Diego, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown.
Getting to Old Town Station from San Diego city centre
Old Town Station is 5 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
Old Town Station train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Casa Guadalajara, Old Town Mexican Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Old Town Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Old Town Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Old Town Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Old Town Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Old Town Station: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
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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