Trains tickets from St Louis to San Diego (CA), US

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: St Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Old Town San Diego
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: St Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: June 12 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Old Town San Diego
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: St Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: St Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: St Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: June 12 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:58 AM CDT.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

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Compare 2 ways to go from St Louis to San Diego

Average PriceUS$116 - US$470Average Duration2d 3h
63kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$219 - US$389Average Duration2d 8h
229kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from St Louis to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 days, 3 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$116, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
2d 3hAverage Duration
US$116Cheapest ticket
63kgCO₂ emissions

Train St Louis to San Diego: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$249
Average train trip duration2d 8h
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure6:35am
Distance2514 km
Latest train departure7:42pm

St Louis to San Diego Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip St Louis - San Diego (CA), US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from St Louis to San Diego cost?

    The average train ticket price from St Louis to San Diego is US$249. The best way to find cheap train tickets from St Louis to San Diego is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from St Louis to San Diego?

    A train trip between St Louis and San Diego is around 2d 8h, although the fastest train will take about 2d 8h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2516 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between St Louis and San Diego?

    The number of trains from St Louis to San Diego can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from St Louis to San Diego by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St Louis to San Diego was searched and found on Jun 10, 2025 with a price of US$314

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from St Louis to San Diego, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$314 to US$1,417 for a train ticket from St Louis to San Diego based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$314 which is on 2025-06-10.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between St Louis and San Diego is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in San Diego.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to San Diego you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between St Louis and San Diego, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your real-life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your train ride from St Louis to San Diego.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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