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How to get fromPalm Springs to Capistrano Beachby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Palm Springs to Capistrano Beach by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus bus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
    2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain train Pacific Surfliner
    4h 24m
    $41–57

  2. Line 4 bus, bus, train

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Indian Canyon at Alejo to Varner at Harry Oliverbus bus 4
    2. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus bus 10
    3. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to San Juan Capistranotrain train
    7h 25m
    $14–19

  3. Drive 98.5 mi

    1. Drive from Palm Springs to Capistrano Beachcar car 98.5 mi
    1h 59m
    $18–26

Palm Springs to Capistrano Beach by bus and train

Calendar14Weekly Services
Duration4h 24mAverage Duration
Ticket$41Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 129.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Palm Springs, CA, USA and Capistrano Beach, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Palm Springs to Capistrano Beach. However, you can take the bus to Fullerton Amtrak Station, walk to Fullerton Amtrak Station, take the train to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station, walk to Camino Capistrano-Old Mission, then take the line 91 bus to Coast-34680 Surfside Inn. Alternatively, you can drive from Palm Springs to Capistrano Beach in around 1h 59m.

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