What is the cheapest way to get from Phoenix to San Clemente?

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to San Clemente is to bus which costs $60 - $95 and takes 11h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Phoenix to San Clemente?

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to San Clemente is to fly and train which takes 5h 8m and costs $85 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Phoenix and San Clemente?

No, there is no direct bus from Phoenix station to San Clemente. However, there are services departing from Phoenix Bus Station and arriving at El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillo via El Monte Station - Lower Level and 7Th-Channel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 41m.

How far is it from Phoenix to San Clemente?

The distance between Phoenix and San Clemente is 377 miles. The road distance is 367.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Phoenix to San Clemente without a car is to bus and train via Indio which takes 9h 12m and costs $60 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Phoenix to San Clemente?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Phoenix to San Clemente, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phoenix to San Clemente bus from?

Phoenix to San Clemente bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Phoenix Bus Station.

Where does the Phoenix to San Clemente bus arrive?

Phoenix to San Clemente bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at El Monte Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Phoenix to San Clemente?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to San Clemente is 367 miles. It takes approximately 6h 10m to drive from Phoenix to San Clemente.

Where can I stay near San Clemente?

There are 254+ hotels available in San Clemente.

Phoenix to San Clemente - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, taxi

There are 11 ways to get from Phoenix to San Clemente by plane, train, bus, taxi, car, tram, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to San Diego International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane PHX - SAN
2. Take the train from San Diego to San Clemente Pier Amtraktrain
5h 8m
$87–285
Fly to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)plane PHX - CLD
2. Take the train from Carlsbad Poinsettia Station to Oceanside Transit Center Platform 3train
3. Take the train from Oceanside to San Clemente Pier Amtraktrain
6h 15m
$51–282
Bus, train via Indio
1. Take the bus from Phoenix to Indiobus
2. Take the bus from Indio, CA to San Bernardino, CAbus
3. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to San Clemente Piertrain
9h 12m
$63–98
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Baseline/Central Ave to Maricopa Amtraktaxi
2. Take the train from Maricopa Amtrak to Los Angelestrain
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Clemente Pier Amtraktrain
12h 58m
$187–382
Drive 365.2 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to San Clementecar 365.2 mi
6h 10m
$67–97
Fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County, line 43 bus, train
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane PHX - SNA
2. Take the bus from Harbor-Macarthur to Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2bus
3. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Clemente Pier Amtraktrain
6h 58m
$72–566
Fly to Long Beach Airport, tram, train
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane PHX - LGB
2. Take the tram from Del Amo Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Clemente Pier Amtraktrain
7h 14m
$51–266
Fly to Palm Springs International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane PHX - PSP
2. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Clemente Pier Amtraktrain
7h 27m
$259–697
Fly to Ontario International Airport, train
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Ontario International Airport (ONT)plane PHX - ONT
2. Take the train from Rancho Cucamonga to L.A. Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Clemente Pier Amtraktrain
7h 37m
$165–364
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0851S
2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to San Clemente Pier Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
9h 59m
$72–126
Bus
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to El Monte Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Lower Level to 7th / Channelbus 577
3. Take the bus from 7Th-Channel to El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillobus 1
11h 41m
$61–94

Phoenix to San Clemente by bus, foot, and train

4Weekly Services

9h 12mAverage Duration

$63Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Phoenix to San Clemente.

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Distance: 374.4 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Phoenix, AZ, USA and San Clemente, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Phoenix Bus Station to El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillo via El Monte Station - Lower Level, 7th / Channel, and 7Th-Channel in around 11h 41m.

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