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How to get fromChula Vista to San Juan Capistranoby tram, train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Chula Vista to San Juan Capistrano by tram, train, bus, or car

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  1. Tram, train

    best
    1. Take the tram from E Street Station to America Plaza Stationtram tram Blue
    2. Take the train from San Diego to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain train Pacific Surfliner
    2h 56m

  2. Drive 72.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Chula Vista to San Juan Capistranocar car 72.5 mi
    1h 18m
    $14–20

  3. Line 929 bus, bus, train

    1. Take the bus from E St & 4th Av to 12th & Imperial Transit Centerbus bus 929
    2. Take the bus from San Diego to Oceansidebus bus
    3. Take the train from Oceanside to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain train
    3h 54m
    $20–31

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  • Distance: 77.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Chula Vista, CA, USA and San Juan Capistrano, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Chula Vista to San Juan Capistrano. However, you can take the vehicle to America Plaza Station, walk to San Diego, then take the train to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from E St & 4th Av to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station via 12th & Imperial Transit Center, San Diego, Oceanside, and Oceanside in around 3h 54m.

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