What is the cheapest way to get from California to San Clemente?

The cheapest way to get from California to San Clemente is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from California to San Clemente?

The fastest way to get from California to San Clemente is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between California and San Clemente?

No, there is no direct bus from California to San Clemente. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Calle De Los Molinos-Avd Pico via Camino Capistrano-Old Mission. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between California and San Clemente?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Los Angeles and arriving at San Clemente Pier Amtrak. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from California to San Clemente?

The distance between California and San Clemente is 65 miles. The road distance is 61.5 miles.

How do I travel from California to San Clemente without a car?

The best way to get from California to San Clemente without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs $21 - $45.

How long does it take to get from California to San Clemente?

The train from Los Angeles to San Clemente Pier Amtrak takes 1h 27m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the California to San Clemente bus from?

California to San Clemente bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Where do I catch the California to San Clemente train from?

California to San Clemente train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from California to San Clemente?

The best way to get from California to San Clemente is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs $21 - $45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 91 bus, which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the California to San Clemente bus arrive?

California to San Clemente bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station.

Where does the California to San Clemente train arrive?

California to San Clemente train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Clemente Pier Amtrak station.

Can I drive from California to San Clemente?

Yes, the driving distance between California to San Clemente is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from California to San Clemente.

How do I get a train ticket from California to San Clemente?

Book your California to San Clemente train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near San Clemente?

There are 238+ hotels available in San Clemente.

California to San Clemente - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 91 bus

How to get fromCalifornia to San Clemente

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 3 ways to get from California to San Clemente by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Clemente Pier Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
1h 27m
$21–45
Drive 61.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Los Angeles to San Clementecar 61.2 mi
1h 5m
$12–17
Bus, line 91 bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Camino Capistrano-Old Mission to Calle De Los Molinos-Avd Picobus 91
2h 31m
$23–31

California to San Clemente by train (Amtrak)

77Weekly Trains

1h 27mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from California to San Clemente.

Launch map view

Distance: 64.2 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Clemente Pier Amtrak every 2 hours. Tickets cost $21–45 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Los Angeles to Calle De Los Molinos-Avd Pico via San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission in around 2h 31m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.