What is the cheapest way to get from L.A. Union Station to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from L.A. Union Station to San Diego is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from L.A. Union Station to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from L.A. Union Station to San Diego is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between L.A. Union Station and San Diego?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Los Angeles and arriving at San Diego. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between L.A. Union Station and San Diego?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Los Angeles and arriving at San Diego. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from L.A. Union Station to San Diego?

The distance between L.A. Union Station and San Diego is 128 miles. The road distance is 120.6 miles.

How do I travel from L.A. Union Station to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from L.A. Union Station to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs $33 - $39.

How long does it take to get from L.A. Union Station to San Diego?

The train from Los Angeles to San Diego takes 2h 54m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the L.A. Union Station to San Diego bus from?

L.A. Union Station to San Diego bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the L.A. Union Station to San Diego train from?

L.A. Union Station to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train, bus or fly from L.A. Union Station to San Diego?

The best way to get from L.A. Union Station to San Diego is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs $33 - $39. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 4m, you could also fly, which costs $85 - $330 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the L.A. Union Station to San Diego bus arrive?

L.A. Union Station to San Diego bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at San Diego station.

Where does the L.A. Union Station to San Diego train arrive?

L.A. Union Station to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego station.

Can I drive from L.A. Union Station to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between L.A. Union Station to San Diego is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from L.A. Union Station to San Diego.

How do I get a train ticket from L.A. Union Station to San Diego?

Book your L.A. Union Station to San Diego train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from L.A. Union Station to San Diego?

Book your L.A. Union Station to San Diego bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2115+ hotels available in San Diego.

L.A. Union Station to San Diego - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from L.A. Union Station to San Diego by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San DiegoPacific Surfliner
2h 58m
$33–39
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to OceansideOC Line
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to UTC Transit Center101
5h 3m
$18–38
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San DiegoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 4m
Drive 119.9 mi
1. Drive from L.A. Union Station to San Diego119.9 mi
2h 7m
$22–32
Fly
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)LAX - SAN
2h 52m
$87–325
Bus via San Diego
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San DiegoLos Angeles
3h 25m
$22–70

L.A. Union Station to San Diego by foot and train (Amtrak)

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2h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 126.9 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between L.A. Union Station, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego every 2 hours. Tickets cost $33–39 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Los Angeles to San Diego once daily, and the journey takes 3h.

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