How to travel from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA

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Compare train and flight for Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $46, while a flight costs an average of $266.

Distance: 149 miles (241 km)

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$46

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Cheapest

$266

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$43

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5h 18m

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4h 48m

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4h 52m

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2h 52m

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3h 2m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.7 - 1.4kg

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United

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA is a train with an average price of $46.

This is compared to other travel options from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA:

A train is $220 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA costing on average $266.

The fastest way to travel from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 52m.

Other travel options to San Diego, CA take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Camarillo, CA and San Diego, CA including taking a train and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $46 compared to roughly $43 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-2.73. The journey takes 4h 48m versus 3h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA

How to get from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • UnitedUA5256 · UA442
    4:06 PM6h41
    Santa Barbara Airport
    10:47 PMSan Diego International Airport
    $1541One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • UnitedUA5256 · UA442
    4:06 PM6h41
    Santa Barbara Airport
    10:47 PMSan Diego International Airport
    $1541One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • UnitedUA582
    4:30 PM0h56
    Los Angeles International Airport
    5:26 PMSan Diego International Airport
    $5021One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • UnitedUA5263 · UA1389
    6:36 PM5h53
    Santa Barbara Airport
    12:29 AMSan Diego International Airport
    $2141One-way
    1 transfer
  • UnitedUA5994 · UA582
    2:30 PM2h56
    Santa Barbara Airport
    5:26 PMSan Diego International Airport
    $2551One-way
    1 transfer
  • UnitedUA2610 · UA1257
    9:35 AM4h09
    Santa Barbara Airport
    1:44 PMSan Diego International Airport
    $2551One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA

Travel to San Diego, CA 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 Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA.

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There are 2 options to travel between Camarillo, CA and San Diego, CA including taking a train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA is a train with an average price of $46.

This is compared to other travel options from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA:

A train is $220 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA costing on average $266.

The fastest way to travel from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 52m.

Other travel options to San Diego, CA take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 18m.

The distance from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA is approximately 149 miles (241 km).
The average frequency per day from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA is:
  • Around 63 flights per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Camarillo, CA and San Diego, CA as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA:
  • Flights mostly depart from Santa Barbara Airport and arrive in San Diego International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Camarillo station, Camarillo, CA and arrive in Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with United to go to San Diego, CA by flight.
  • Travel with Amtrak, Metrolink Trains to go to San Diego, CA by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA:
  • 9 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Camarillo, CA to San Diego, CA often also extend their vacation to go to Los Angeles, CA, San Francisco, CA, Anaheim, CA, Las Vegas, NV, Seattle, WA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between San Diego, CA and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in San Diego, CA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In San Diego, CA, you can explore the vibrant art scene at the Museum of Contemporary Art, enjoy a harbor cruise for stunning skyline and naval ship views, and hike the scenic trails at Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve. Visit the Birch Aquarium to learn about marine life, or experience a whale watching tour off the coast. Don't miss Balboa Park, with its museums and the San Diego Zoo, the historic USS Midway Museum, picturesque La Jolla Cove, the lively Gaslamp Quarter, and the beautiful Coronado Beach.
Three to four days are ideal to explore San Diego's main attractions, including its beaches, Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, and vibrant neighborhoods.
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