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Trip Overview

The train between San Jose and San Clemente takes 22h 11m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from San Jose to San Clemente. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

22h 11m
Duration
487 mi
Distance
$314
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

San Jose to San Clemente train times

Trains run 6 times a week between San Jose and San Clemente. The service departs San Jose at 10:26 AM in the morning, which arrives into San Clemente at 08:37:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 22h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from San Jose to San Clemente? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 486.9 mi
  • Duration: 22h 11m

What companies run services between San Jose, CA, USA and San Clemente, CA, USA?

You can take a train from San Jose to San Clemente Pier Amtrak via Los Angeles in around 13h 12m.

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