The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 12 trains that leave Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA for Union Station, Los Angeles, CA on Tue, Dec 09, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 09 the direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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.
581 Pacific Surfliner
779 Pacific Surfliner
4065 AMTRAK · 765 Pacific Surfliner
769 Pacific Surfliner
573 Pacific Surfliner
769 Pacific Surfliner
581 Pacific Surfliner
779 Pacific Surfliner
573 Pacific Surfliner
591 Pacific SurflinerTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €37.
Distance: 111 miles (179 km)
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€33 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €182 Average price |
3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Monday, December 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4061 AMTRAK · 761 Pacific Surfliner | 11:50 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 3h07 | 2:57 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
4065 AMTRAK · 765 Pacific Surfliner | 1:50 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 3h07 | 4:57 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
769 Pacific Surfliner | 4:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h51 | 6:52 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
573 Pacific Surfliner | 6:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h56 | 8:57 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
577 NA | 8:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h56 | 10:57 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
779 Pacific Surfliner | 9:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h56 | 11:57 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
581 Pacific Surfliner | 10:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h56 | 12:57 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 9 | |||||
785 Pacific Surfliner | 12:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h56 | 2:57 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
587 Pacific Surfliner | 1:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 3h03 | 4:04 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
591 Pacific Surfliner | 3:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h56 | 5:57 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
593 Pacific Surfliner | 4:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h56 | 6:57 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
595 Pacific Surfliner | 5:01 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h56 | 7:57 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 17:01, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (179 km) distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 111 miles (179 km) |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 17:01 |
Last train 23:01 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA and Union Station, Los Angeles, CA from $25 (€20). 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 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, 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 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA to Union Station, Los Angeles, 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
- 4:30 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Vignes Street and Cesar Chavez Avenue.
- Traxx Restaurant
- Union Station Cafe
- Philippe The Original
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $1
- DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown
- Miyako Hotel Los Angeles
- Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
- Cost $10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metrolink
- Hall 2: Metro Rail connections
- Hall 3: Bus terminal
- Metro: Red Line, Purple Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including DASH and Metro Bus
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