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

Next train departures

Next departures from San Diego to El Paso on 1 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Old Town San Diego
Union DepotCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Santa Fe Depot
Union DepotNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Santa Fe Depot
Union DepotNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Santa Fe Depot
Union DepotNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Old Town San Diego
Union DepotNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to El Paso

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 19 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just €64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day
19h 15mAverage duration
1010 kmDistance
25kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€64 - €204Average duration19h 15m
25kg CO₂e
Average price€134 - €249Average duration21h 50m
92kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to El Paso, 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 San Diego to El Paso?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to El Paso start from €134. The average price for this train route is around €159. 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 San Diego to El Paso?

    The average train journey time from San Diego to El Paso is 21h 50m, covering a distance of 1013 km. The fastest train gets you there in 21h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the San Diego to El Paso 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 San Diego to El Paso?

    The earliest train from San Diego to El Paso departs at 16:01. And the latest train departs at 16:10.

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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 San Diego, CA, US to El Paso, US was searched and found on 1 Feb 2026 with a price of €152

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

You can expect to pay from €152 to €441 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to El Paso, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €152, which is on 2026-02-01.

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