What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown San Diego to San Clemente?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown San Diego to San Clemente is to drive which costs $10 - $16 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown San Diego to San Clemente?

The fastest way to get from Downtown San Diego to San Clemente is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct train between Downtown San Diego and San Clemente?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Diego and arriving at San Clemente Pier Amtrak. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Downtown San Diego to San Clemente?

The distance between Downtown San Diego and San Clemente is 64 miles. The road distance is 59.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Downtown San Diego to San Clemente without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs $19 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Downtown San Diego to San Clemente?

The train from San Diego to San Clemente Pier Amtrak takes 1h 18m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Downtown San Diego to San Clemente train from?

Downtown San Diego to San Clemente train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Where does the Downtown San Diego to San Clemente train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Downtown San Diego to San Clemente?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown San Diego to San Clemente is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Downtown San Diego to San Clemente.

Where can I stay near San Clemente?

There are 233+ hotels available in San Clemente.

Downtown San Diego to San Clemente - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Diego to San Clemente Pier Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
1h 42m
$19–45
Drive 59.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Downtown San Diego to San Clementecar 59.1 mi
1h 2m
$11–16
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Oceansidebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Oceanside to San Clemente Pier Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 42m
$20–28

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Distance: 63.7 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego to San Clemente Pier Amtrak every 2 hours. Tickets cost $19–45 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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