The cheapest and fastest trains from San Diego, CA to Newport Beach, CA
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
1 h 47 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Diego, CA to Newport 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 Newport Beach, CA will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Diego, CA for Newport Beach, CA on Tue, Feb 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 17 the direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
On Tue, Feb 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for San Diego, CA to Newport Beach, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Newport Beach, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 77 miles (124 km)
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€25 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Diego, CA to Newport Beach, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to Newport Beach, CA trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, February 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:01 PM San Diego, CA | 1h47 | 1:48 PM Newport Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Diego, CA to Newport Beach, CA
Trains from San Diego, CA to Newport Beach, CA run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
There are 29 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 77 miles (124 km) |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 29 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 03:50 |
Last train 23:12 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Diego, CA to Newport Beach, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Diego, CA and Newport Beach, CA from $18 (€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 Newport Beach, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, CA to Newport 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 Newport Beach, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Diego, CA to Newport Beach, 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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