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How to get fromEl Cajon to San Clementeby tram, train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from El Cajon to San Clemente by tram, train, bus, or car

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  1. Tram, train

    best
    1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Old Town Stationtram tram Green
    2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to San Clemente Pier Amtraktrain train Pacific Surfliner
    2h 47m
    $22–55

  2. Drive 65.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from El Cajon to San Clementecar car 65.3 mi
    1h 9m
    $12–18

  3. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus bus
    2. Take the bus from 2728 Congress Street, San Diego Old Town to 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CAbus bus
    3. Take the train from Oceanside to San Clemente Pier Amtraktrain train
    3h 38m
    $14–25

El Cajon to San Clemente by tram and train

Calendar77Weekly Services
Duration2h 47mAverage Duration
Ticket$22Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 75 mi
  • Duration: 2h 47m

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

There is no direct connection from El Cajon to San Clemente. However, you can take the vehicle to Old Town Station, walk to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, then take the train to San Clemente Pier Amtrak. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Cajon Transit Center to San Clemente Pier Amtrak via 2728 Congress Street, San Diego Old Town, 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA, and Oceanside in around 3h 38m.

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