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Cheap train tickets from San Diego to Las Vegas
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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from San Diego to Las Vegas. Travelling by train from San Diego to Las Vegas usually takes 9 hours and 27 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 9 hours and 20 minutes.
- Distance
- 265 mi (426 km)
- Fastest train
- 9h 20m
- Lowest price
- €124.96
- Trains per day
- 0
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 1
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San Diego to Las Vegas Train Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from San Diego to Las Vegas?
There are usually 20 daily coach trips from San Diego to Las Vegas.
Train | Coach | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price€125.40 | Avg. Price€72.42Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips20 |
Duration | Duration9h 27m | Duration8h 33mFaster |
There are several train options that can take you from San Diego to Las Vegas:
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Which train should you take from San Diego to Las Vegas?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects San Diego to Las Vegas. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 9h 27m | €125.40 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from San Diego to Las Vegas every day, as well as 4 trips at the weekends, with prices starting from €124.96.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from San Diego to Las Vegas
While the train is the main method of transport from San Diego to Las Vegas, 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.
Trains leave the station in San Diego twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. 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 change 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 Las Vegas for €33.
Trains per day
2
Direct trains
0
The distance between San Diego and Las Vegas is approximately 265 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 27 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 20 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)
265
Distance (km)
426
The earliest train departs San Diego at 6:01 while the last train of the day leaves at 13:10. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.
First train
6:01am
Last train
1:10pm
Trains from San Diego to Las Vegas are the most crowded on Thursday. 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 Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Thursday
Least crowded
Sunday
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.
Las Vegas
People say that Las Vegas is a Disneyland for adults and they have a point – with more than 50 casinos and dozens of nightclubs in the Strip area alone, Vegas is the place where you can let loose and have some good old fun.
Why travel the globe when you can see some of the most iconic landmarks in the world right there next to each other on the Las Vegas Strip? Just by walking down the street, you can visit the Eiffel Tower (at the Paris Hotel), check out the Statue of Liberty (at the New York-New York Hotel & Casino), or go for a gondola ride down the canals of Venice (at the Venetian Resort).
Yes, the many gambling opportunities attract millions of visitors to Sin City every year, but it’s the unique shows and concert residencies that have made Las Vegas one of the key entertainment destinations in the world. While you can certainly relax by the pool during the day, Vegas is definitely not a holiday destination if you’re looking for peace and quiet. When you’re in Las Vegas, you better be ready to hit the town, and if you’re lucky – the jackpot!
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 Las Vegas?
Main arrival station: Tour Bus Loading Zone
Las Vegas has one train station.
Train stations in Las Vegas:
- Tour Bus Loading Zone
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