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Compare bus, flight, and train for San Diego, CA to Philadelphia, PA

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €235. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 10h 14m.

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Train	Most popular Flight	Bus
€536 Average price	€350 Average price Cheapest	€391 Average price
3d 73h 0m Average duration 3d 72h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	13h 14m Average duration Fastest 10h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	2d 70h 20m Average duration 2d 69h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
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Journey information

Overview: Train from San Diego, CA to Philadelphia, PA

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Trains from San Diego, CA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3d 72h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $513 (€417) but you can travel from only $289 (€235) by flight.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $289 (€235)

Distance

2367 miles (3810 km)

Average train duration

3d 72h 30m

Cheapest ticket price

$513 (€417)

Trains per day

Fastest train

2d 69h 58m

First train

08:15

Last train

16:40

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $289 (€235)

Train companies: Amtrak from San Diego, CA to Philadelphia, PA trains

Find the best trains from San Diego, CA to Philadelphia, PA with Omio's travel partners Amtrak from $566 (€460). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey between San Diego, CA and Philadelphia, PA.

Train information from San Diego, CA to Philadelphia, PA with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 69 h 58 min
Cheapest Price: $566
Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from San Diego, CA to Philadelphia, PA

FAQs: Travel by train from San Diego, CA to Philadelphia, PA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from San Diego, CA to Philadelphia, PA.

Cheap train tickets from San Diego, CA to Philadelphia, PA can start from as little as $336 (€273) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for San Diego, CA to Philadelphia, PA is $440 (€358); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the San Diego, CA to Philadelphia, PA train time is 70 h 55 min covering the 2362 mile (3810 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from San Diego, CA to Philadelphia, PA leaves at 8: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from San Diego, CA to Philadelphia, PA leaves at 4: 40 PM.

There are 7 trains a day from San Diego, CA to Philadelphia, PA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from San Diego, CA to Philadelphia, PA, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Philadelphia, PA. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Philadelphia, PA from San Diego, CA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

The cheapest month for a train from San Diego, CA to Philadelphia, PA is August.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between San Diego, CA and Philadelphia, PA including taking a train, flight or bus.