Question 1

Can you take a train all the way from Palm Springs to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Palm Springs to San Diego. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.

Question 2

Other ways to get from Palm Springs to San Diego

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There are usually 10 daily bus trips available from Palm Springs to San Diego.

Question 3

When are trains the most crowded?

Accepted Answer

Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Palm Springs to San Diego. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

Question 4

Which train should you take from Palm Springs to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Palm Springs to San Diego.  However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.

Question 5

What is the price of a train ticket from Palm Springs to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

The average price for a train ticket from Palm Springs to San Diego is $35.00, Compared to most train fares, this is an excellent price. Booking your train tickets well in advance on Wanderu can help you find the best deals on travel to San Diego.

Question 6

Is there a direct train from Palm Springs to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from San Diego to Palm Springs.

Question 7

How long is the train journey from Palm Springs to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

The distance between Palm Springs and San Diego is approximately 85 miles, or 137 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 1 minute, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 3 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 spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Question 8

When are the first and last trains of the day?

Accepted Answer

The earliest train departs Palm Springs at 2:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Question 9

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Question 10

Where is the train station in San Diego?

Accepted Answer

San Diego receives travelers from Palm Springs at its two active train stations.

Question 11

Where is the train station in Palm Springs?

Accepted Answer

Palm Springs has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to San Diego.

Question 12

Average prices by travel date

Accepted Answer

For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from Palm Springs to San Diego will range from  to . If you're planning to travel by train to San Diego in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from Palm Springs you can find in the next 7 days is . Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.

Question 13

Monthly avg. prices

Accepted Answer

Ticket prices for the train from Palm Springs to San Diego stay pretty consistent throughout the year. You can expect to pay around  regardless of when you plan to travel.

Question 14

Need a return trip from San Diego to Palm Springs?

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Question 15

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

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With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.