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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 go from Richmond to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 3 days, 1 hour and with fares starting at just $260, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5655 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $744
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US to San Diego, CA, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $744. The average price for this train route is around $2,802. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to San Diego?
The average train ride duration from Richmond to San Diego is 3d 6h, covering a distance of 2245 miles (3621 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Richmond to San Diego route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to San Diego?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to San Diego at 6:54am. And the latest train departs at 7:27am.
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 Dec 22, 2025 with a price of $2,706To 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 $2,706 to $2,747 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 $2,706 which is on 2025-12-22.
