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Trains from Barstow to San Diego

🚂 Embark on a scenic train journey from Barstow to San Diego, with a total travel time of 6 hours and 19 minutes covering a distance of 230 miles. Transfer at Fullerton from the Southwest Chief to the Pacific Surfliner for a seamless ride through California's landscapes. 🚆 Another option for your trip is a route that takes 9 hours and 22 minutes, spanning 265 miles with 2 transfers. Start with the Southwest Chief to San Bernardino Depot, transfer to the Metrolink San Bernardino Line to L.A. Union Station, then board the Pacific Surfliner to complete your scenic adventure to San Diego. 🚌 For a quicker journey, consider taking a bus from Barstow to Tijuana, with a total travel time of 3 hours and 13 minutes over 158 miles. Enjoy the convenience and comfort of Las Vegas Shuttles for a direct trip to San Diego, making for a unique and efficient travel experience.

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  • The companies that provide train routes from Barstow USA to San Diego USA are Amtrak and Metrolink Trains. There are three different routes available to travel from Barstow to San Diego by train, each with varying travel times and transfer options. Travelers can choose between options with transfers in Los Angeles or with a direct bus route to Tijuana before heading to San Diego, offering flexibility based on their preferences and schedule. Detailed information on routes and schedules can be found on the respective company websites for Amtrak and Metrolink Trains.
  • The fastest train option between Barstow USA, and San Diego USA is Route 1, which takes approximately 6 hours and 19 minutes to reach San Diego. This route includes a transfer in Fullerton, where passengers switch from the Southwest Chief to the Pacific Surfliner. Although there are other routes available with different transfer points and durations, Route 1 offers the quickest journey time for travelers making this trip by train. Detailed schedules and information for Route 1 can be found on the Amtrak website.
  • There are multiple trains available for travelers between Barstow USA, and San Diego USA. Route 1 involves two train transfers, while Route 2 includes three transfers, making it a longer journey. Additionally, Route 3 offers an alternative option for reaching San Diego from Barstow by bus. Travelers can choose the route that best fits their preferences and travel plans based on the number of transfers and total travel time.
  • The first train of the day departing from Barstow USA to San Diego USA is the Southwest Chief, which leaves Barstow for Fullerton as per Route 1. The last train of the day in this route is the Pacific Surfliner from Fullerton to Santa Fe. For Route 2, the first train departs from Barstow on the Southwest Chief to San Bernardino Depot, and the last train is the Pacific Surfliner from Union Station to Santa Fe. Travelers can check the specific departure times of these trains on the respective agencies' websites.
  • There are no direct train trips available each day between Barstow USA and San Diego USA. Travelers would need to take a train with transfers in either Los Angeles or San Bernardino followed by another train towards San Diego. The routes provided involve transfers and connections to reach the final destination in San Diego. For those looking for direct options, Route 3 offers a bus service from Barstow to Tijuana, which includes San Diego as a stop along the way.

Will you be returning to Barstow by train?

If you are looking for the return train journey, check out trains from San Diego to Barstow

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