The cheapest and fastest trains from Tustin, CA to San Diego, CA
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tustin, CA to San Diego, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tustin, CA to San Diego, CA will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 1 trains that leave Tustin, CA for San Diego, CA on Mon, Feb 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Feb 02 the direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
On Mon, Feb 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 6 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 Tustin, CA to San Diego, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tustin, CA to San Diego, 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 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 80 miles (130 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€26 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Tustin, CA to San Diego, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Tustin, CA to San Diego, CA trains for today, Sunday, February 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
572 Pacific Surfliner | 7:49 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 2h18 | 10:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 8:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 9:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 8:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 10:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 8:49 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 2h18 | 11:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 9:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 10:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 9:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 11:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 11:49 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 2h18 | 2:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, February 2 | |||||
580 Pacific Surfliner | 12:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 1:52 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 12:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 2:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 12:49 AM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 2h18 | 3:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 1:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 2:52 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 1:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 3:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
584 Pacific Surfliner | 1:49 AM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 2h18 | 4:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
584 Pacific Surfliner | 2:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 3:52 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
584 Pacific Surfliner | 2:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 4:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
586 Pacific Surfliner | 2:49 AM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 2h18 | 5:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
586 Pacific Surfliner | 3:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h52 | 4:53 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
586 Pacific Surfliner | 3:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 5:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
588 Pacific Surfliner | 3:49 AM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 2h18 | 6:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
588 Pacific Surfliner | 4:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 5:52 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
588 Pacific Surfliner | 4:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 6:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 4:49 AM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 2h18 | 7:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 5:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h50 | 6:51 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 5:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 7:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 6:49 AM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 2h15 | 9:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 7:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h49 | 8:50 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 7:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h03 | 9:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:01 PM Tustin, CA | 2h06 | 8:07 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tustin, CA to San Diego, CA
Trains from Tustin, CA to San Diego, CA run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€26) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (130 km) distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 80 miles (130 km) |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€26) |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 03:50 |
Last train 23:12 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Tustin, CA to San Diego, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Tustin, CA and San Diego, 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 Tustin, CA to San Diego, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tustin, CA to San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Tustin, CA to San Diego, 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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