Train from Houston, US to San Diego, CA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Houston to San Diego on 31 January
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Old Town San DiegoCheapestFastest
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Santa Fe DepotNo tags
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston to San Diego

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just €174, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1d 16hAverage duration
2095 kmDistance
191kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€115 - €524Average duration1d 23h
53kg CO₂e
Average price€174 - €283Average duration1d 16h
191kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to San Diego, CA, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Houston to San Diego?

    The cheapest train tickets from Houston to San Diego start from €174. The average price for this train route is around €175. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Houston to San Diego?

    The average train journey time from Houston to San Diego is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 2095 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Houston to San Diego route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Houston to San Diego?

    The earliest train from Houston to San Diego departs at 18:55. And the latest train departs at 18:55.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €167

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

You can expect to pay from €167 to €800 for a train ticket from Houston, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €167, which is on 2026-02-02.

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