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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Staples Mill Road | Old Town San Diego | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Main Street Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Main Street Station | Old Town San Diego | No tags | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | Santa Fe Depot | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 3 days, 1 hour and with fares starting at just R 4 454, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5655 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 12 751
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, 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 Richmond to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to San Diego start from R 12 751. The average price for this train route is around R 48 065. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to San Diego?
The average train journey time from Richmond to San Diego is 3d 6h, covering a distance of 3621 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to San Diego route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to San Diego?
The earliest train from Richmond to San Diego departs at 06:54. And the latest train departs at 07:27.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 22 Dec 2025 with a price of R 46 419To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to San Diego, CA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 46 419 to R 47 123 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, 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 46 419, which is on 2025-12-22.
