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San Diego to Maricopa Train Schedule

Trip Summary

You can pick from 2 daily train trips between San Diego and Maricopa. The average train journey from San Diego to Maricopa takes 13 hours and 29 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 13 hours and 25 minutes.

	Distance	298 mi (479 km)
	Fastest train	13h 25m
	Lowest price	RON 346.62
	Most frequent service	Amtrak
	Train lines	1

Price trends for trains from San Diego to Maricopa

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Which train should you take from San Diego to Maricopa?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects San Diego to Maricopa. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	2	13h 30m	RON 476.13

Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad 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 restroom, free WiFi and power outlets 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 Maricopa every day, as well as 4 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from RON 347.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from San Diego to Maricopa

The distance between San Diego and Maricopa is approximately 298 miles, or 479 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 13 hours and 29 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 13 hours and 25 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.

Trains departing from San Diego to Maricopa tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs San Diego at 4:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

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 carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Maricopa to San Diego.

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 bus 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.

Station Information

Where is the train station in San Diego?

Main departure station: 4005 Taylor St

There are two stations in San Diego where you can board the train to Maricopa.

All train stations in San Diego:

4005 Taylor St
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd

Where is the train station in Maricopa?

Main arrival station: 44605 W Mercado St

Maricopa has one train station.

All train stations in Maricopa:

44605 W Mercado St

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