What is the cheapest way to get from Del Mar to Dana Point?

The cheapest way to get from Del Mar to Dana Point is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 53 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Del Mar to Dana Point?

The fastest way to get from Del Mar to Dana Point is to drive which takes 53 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct train between Del Mar and Dana Point?

No, there is no direct train from Del Mar station to Dana Point station. However, there are services departing from Solana Beach Amtrak Station and arriving at San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Del Mar to Dana Point?

The distance between Del Mar and Dana Point is 50 miles. The road distance is 47.4 miles.

How do I travel from Del Mar to Dana Point without a car?

The best way to get from Del Mar to Dana Point without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs $18 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Del Mar to Dana Point?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Del Mar to Dana Point, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Del Mar to Dana Point train from?

Del Mar to Dana Point train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where does the Del Mar to Dana Point train arrive?

Del Mar to Dana Point train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Del Mar to Dana Point?

Yes, the driving distance between Del Mar to Dana Point is 47 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Del Mar to Dana Point.

Where can I stay near Dana Point?

There are 297+ hotels available in Dana Point.

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There are 3 ways to get from Del Mar to Dana Point by train (Amtrak), car, or taxi

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 30m
$18–36
Drive 47.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Del Mar to Dana Pointcar 47.1 mi
53 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Del Mar to Dana Pointtaxi 47.1 mi
53 min
$140–180

Del Mar to Dana Point by bus and train (Amtrak)

91Weekly Services

2h 30mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49.7 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Del Mar, CA, USA and Dana Point, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station hourly. Tickets cost $14–29 and the journey takes 55 min.

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