How much is the train ticket from San Diego to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to New York City start from R 4 827. The average price for this train route is around R 10 363. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from San Diego to New York City?

The average train journey time from San Diego to New York City is 3d 1h, covering a distance of 3910 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 23h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Diego to New York City route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 10 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to New York City?

The earliest train from San Diego to New York City departs at 14:01. And the latest train departs at 16:10.

Train San Diego to New York City from R 5 074 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from San Diego to New York City on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:10	Old Town San Diego	3d 23h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	14:10	Old Town San Diego	3d	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	14:10	Old Town San Diego	3d 1h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	14:01	Santa Fe Depot	3d	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	14:10	Old Town San Diego	3d 2h	19:24	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to New York City on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:10	Old Town San Diego	3d 23h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
14:10	Old Town San Diego	2d 23h	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
14:10	Old Town San Diego	3d 1h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
14:10	Old Town San Diego	3d	18:02	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
14:10	Old Town San Diego	3d 1h	18:46	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to New York City on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:10	Old Town San Diego	3d 23h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
14:10	Old Town San Diego	2d 23h	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
14:10	Old Town San Diego	3d 1h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
14:10	Old Town San Diego	3d	18:02	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
14:01	Santa Fe Depot	3d 1h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to New York City on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:10	Old Town San Diego	3d 23h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	14:10	Old Town San Diego	2d 23h	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	14:10	Old Town San Diego	3d 1h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	14:10	Old Town San Diego	3d	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	16:10	Old Town San Diego	3d 23h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 3 days, 2 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 881, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

74bus per day

3d 2hAverage duration

3906 kmDistance

98kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 3 881 - R 17 218	Average duration3d 2h	CO₂ emissions 98kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 827 - R 57 106	Average duration3d 1h	CO₂ emissions 356kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5650 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 4 827

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to New York City 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 San Diego to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to New York City start from R 4 827. The average price for this train route is around R 10 363. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Diego to New York City?
The average train journey time from San Diego to New York City is 3d 1h, covering a distance of 3910 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 23h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego to New York City route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to New York City?
The earliest train from San Diego to New York City departs at 14:01. And the latest train departs at 16:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

13/12

R 9 219

14/12

R 9 975

Today

R 10 938

16/12

R 14 309

17/12

R 12 951

18/12

R 30 733

19/12

R 13 535

20/12

R 7 826

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to New York City was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 7 826

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 New York City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 7 826 to R 61 140 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 7 826, which is on 2025-12-20.