Trains Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA: Times, Prices and Tickets

02/05/2024
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Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA by train

The journey from Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA by train is 392.32 km and takes 9 hr 2 min. There are 9 connections per day, with the first departure at 2:20 AM and the last at 7:40 PM. It is possible to travel from Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration9 hr 2 min
Connection per Day9
First Departure2:20 AM
Last Departure7:40 PM
Distance392.32 km
DepartureSanta Maria, CA
ArrivalSan Diego, CA
CarriersAmtrak
Cheap train tickets from Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA
Looking for the best deal on a train ticket for your trip? Here are 4 ways to get cheap train tickets from Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA.

Book in advance and save

If you're looking for the best deal for your trip from Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA, booking train tickets in advance is a great way to save money, but keep in mind that advance tickets are usually not available until 3 months before your travel date.

Stay flexible with your travel time and explore off-peak journeys

Planning your trips around off-peak travel times not only means that you'll be able to avoid the crowds, but can also end up saving you money. Being flexible with your schedule and considering alternative routes or times will significantly impact the amount of money you spend on getting from Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA.

Always check special offers

Checking on the latest deals can help save a lot of money, making it worth taking the time to browse and compare prices. So make sure you get the best deal on your ticket and take advantage of special fares for children, youth and seniors as well as discounts for groups.

Unlock the potential of slower trains or connecting trains

If you're planning a trip with some flexible time, why not opt for the scenic route? Taking slower trains or connecting trains that make more stops may save you money on your ticket – definitely worth considering if it fits in your schedule.

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA

The cheapest Santa Maria, CA - San Diego, CA train tickets can be found for as low as ฿2,803.87 if you’re lucky, or ฿3,424.36 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as ฿4,123.15.

Find the best day to travel to San Diego, CA by train

When travelling to San Diego, CA by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Amtrak from Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA
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Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
27.46kg
Bus
29.42kg
Flight
78.46kg
Car
62.77kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Santa Maria, CA and San Diego, CA are 27.46kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Santa Maria, CA and San Diego, CA? By taking the train between Santa Maria, CA and San Diego, CA you will save 51kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.96kg compared to a bus and 35.31kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Santa Maria, CA and San Diego, CA by train?
Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA is 392.32 km.
How long does the train between Santa Maria, CA and San Diego, CA take?
Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA is on average 9 hr 2 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 7 hr 47 min.
How many train connections per day go from Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA?
Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA has 9 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA leave?
The earliest train from Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA departs at 2:20 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA depart?
The latest train from Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA departs at 7:40 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Santa Maria, CA and San Diego, CA is 7 hr 47 min.
Is there a direct train from Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA?
Yes, there is a direct train between Santa Maria, CA and San Diego, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA by train?
The train journey from Santa Maria, CA to San Diego, CA creates 27.46kg of CO2 emissions.