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Cheap train tickets from San Diego to Indianapolis
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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from San Diego to Indianapolis. Travelling by train from San Diego to Indianapolis usually takes 2 days, 11 hours and 10 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 2 days, 11 hours and 5 minutes.
- Distance
- 1785 mi (2873 km)
- Fastest train
- 59h 5m
- Lowest price
- NOK 3,796.29
- Trains per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 1
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San Diego to Indianapolis Train Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from San Diego to Indianapolis?
There are usually 13 daily coach trips from San Diego to Indianapolis.
Train | Coach | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceNOK 3,796.29 | Avg. PriceNOK 2,305.44Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips13 |
Duration | Duration59h 9mFaster | Duration60h 7m |
There are several train options that can take you from San Diego to Indianapolis:
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Which train should you take from San Diego to Indianapolis?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects San Diego to Indianapolis. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 59h 10m | NOK 3,796.29 |
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from San Diego to Indianapolis
While the train is the main method of transport from San Diego to Indianapolis, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a coach or express shuttle.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your hand luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from San Diego to Indianapolis for NOK 1,520.
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
0
The distance between San Diego and Indianapolis is approximately 1,785 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 days, 11 hours and 10 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 days, 11 hours and 5 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Distance (mi)
1785
Distance (km)
2873
Most days, there is only one train which leaves San Diego at 14:01 and arrives in Indianapolis around 59 hours later.
First train
2:01pm
Last train
2:10pm
Trains from San Diego to Indianapolis are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Monday
Least crowded
Monday
City Information
San Diego
San Diego is known as “America's Finest City” for its sunny weather, white-sand beaches, and dazzling attractions from Belmont Park to SeaWorld. San Diego's 70 miles of pristine beaches include such gems as Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla Cove, and Coronado Beach. The city's strong surfing culture may even inspire you to rent a surfboard and catch the epic waves, bro.
Visitors can spend days getting lost in Balboa Park, a 1,200-acre cultural hub which features 16 museums, immaculate gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The historic heart of the city, Old Town, showcases San Diego's heritage and ties to Mexican culture, while other sights like the USS Midway pay tribute to the city's military and maritime history. Leave time for some evening exploring, too! San Diego is rated the #1 best city for craft beer in America, so don't miss out on the bars in the Gaslamp Quarter: 16 walkable blocks packed with nightlife and young crowds.
Two airports, as well as many coach and train options, mean it is easy to get to San Diego from afar or from nearby cities like Tijuana, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.
Indianapolis
Indianapolis, or often referred to as just Indy, is the capital and largest city in the state of Indiana. While the city attracts thousands of visitors from the area every month, it is during Memorial Day weekend that Indianapolis becomes the place to be for over 300,000 race car fans from all over the globe. The reason for that is the Indianapolis 500, an annual automobile race and the world’s largest single day sporting event, taking place at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
If you’re not in Indianapolis for Memorial Day weekend, you can learn about the race and see a rare collection of 500 Indy race vehicles and memorabilia at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum. And while you’re on a history streak, stop by at one of the many war memorials found throughout the city, like the Soldiers and Sailors monument, the World War II memorial, and the Indiana War Memorial where you must check out the Shrine Room for a stunning one-of-a-kind experience.
Over the past few years, Indianapolis has also been cultivating a vibrant restaurant scene, offering classic American dishes made with ingredients from local farmers, and a growing selection of international cuisine. If you’re a beer fan, you will be happy to know that Indianapolis has some of the highest quality breweries in the U.S.
Located in the heart of America’s Midwest, Indianapolis offers easy connections by coach and train to other Midwestern hubs like Chicago, Louisville, and Cincinnati, while the conveniently located airport connects Indy with the rest of the world.
Station Information
Where is the train station in San Diego?
Main departure station: Santa Fe Depot
The Santa Fe Depot is the main train station in San Diego and one of the end points of the Pacific Surfliner, the only Amtrak train line that serves the city. The station is also used by the Green Line of the San Diego Trolley light rail transit service and the COASTER commuter rail service that connects the city with the central and northern coastal regions of San Diego County. Opened in 1915, the Santa Fe Depot is famous for its Spanish Colonial Revival Style architecture and grand interior space that features natural redwood beam ceilings and ceramic details. The train station is located in the heart of Downtown San Diego, making it easy to reach from all parts of the city.
All train stations in San Diego:
- Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
- 4005 Taylor St
Where is the train station in Indianapolis?
Main arrival station: Indianapolis Union Station
Union Station at 350 S Illinois St in Indianapolis is a major train and coach station which serves the Amtrak Cardinal, and coach carriers including Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, Miller Transportation, and Burlington Trailways. The modern station is located directly south of the historic 1888 Union Station, which now houses a hotel, several restaurants, and a wedding venue. Union Station is in the Wholesale District of downtown Indianapolis, within walking distance to eateries and hotels. There is even an underground, climate-controlled walkway from the station to the nearby Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium, home to the Indianapolis Colts.
Train stations in Indianapolis:
- 350 S Illinois St
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