Out for the evening light

San Diego for sunset

Los Angeles → San Diego → home

Ride from Los Angeles to San Diego, wander the waterfront, and leave room for sunset before the train home.

Day trip · By train · Pick your date

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Evening light over San Diego Bay from Embarcadero Marina Park North.

Your departure

Pick a date. See the trains.

A day out, with a train back the same day. Times use Pacific time.

Published schedules and official rail restrictions, checked for your date. Tickets and live running status are separate.

Room to wander

A few places to start

These are ideas for the outing. Your date check shows which places fit between the trains.

  • Waterfront Park
  • Embarcadero Marina Park North
Read the San Diego station guide →

Before you go

This can mean a late arrival home and a walk after dark. The planner checks sunset timing, but clear skies and open park access are not guaranteed.

Book every train leg separately with the operator. Check service alerts, access and opening hours before leaving.

Check official service alerts ↗

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