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| Train | Amtrak Station | Old Town San Diego | Fastest | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Albuquerque to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 22 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 630, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5753 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 630
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albuquerque, US to San Diego, CA, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Albuquerque to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Albuquerque to San Diego start from R 1 630. The average price for this train route is around R 2 144. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Albuquerque to San Diego?
The average train journey time from Albuquerque to San Diego is 22h 19m, covering a distance of 1007 km. The quickest train can get you there in 22h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Albuquerque to San Diego route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Albuquerque to San Diego?
The earliest train from Albuquerque to San Diego departs at 15:34. And the latest train departs at 15:34.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Albuquerque, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 754To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Albuquerque, US to San Diego, CA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 754 to R 12 775 for a train ticket from Albuquerque, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 754, which is on 2026-02-02.
What's the cheapest way to go from Albuquerque, US to San Diego, CA, US?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Albuquerque, US and San Diego, CA, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 2 144 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 630. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Diego, CA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Albuquerque, US to San Diego, CA, US in about 22h 19m – that's the fastest way to get there!
