What is the cheapest way to get from San Clemente to Baja California?

The cheapest way to get from San Clemente to Baja California is to drive which costs $240 - $350 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Clemente to Baja California?

The fastest way to get from San Clemente to Baja California is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $240 - $350.

Is there a direct train between San Clemente and Baja California?

No, there is no direct train from San Clemente to Baja California station. However, there are services departing from San Clemente Pier Amtrak and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from San Clemente to Baja California?

The distance between San Clemente and Baja California is 135 km. The road distance is 124.4 km.

How long does it take to get from San Clemente to Baja California?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from San Clemente to Baja California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Clemente to Baja California train from?

San Clemente to Baja California train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Clemente Pier Amtrak station.

Where does the San Clemente to Baja California train arrive?

San Clemente to Baja California train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from San Clemente to Baja California?

Yes, the driving distance between San Clemente to Baja California is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from San Clemente to Baja California.

Where can I stay near Baja California?

There are 569+ hotels available in Baja California.

San Clemente to Baja California - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, bus

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

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
2h 28m
$376–889
Drive 124.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from San Clemente to Tijuanacar 124.4 km
1h 23m
$241–347
Train, bus
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transportation Center to San Ysidro Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0831
2h 56m
$281–464

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Distance: 134.6 km
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between San Clemente, CA, USA and Baja California, Mexico?

There is no direct connection from San Clemente to Baja California. However, you can take the train to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, walk to Old Town Station, take the vehicle to San Ysidro Station, then drive to Tijuana. Alternatively, you can take a train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Tijuana via Oceanside, Oceanside Transportation Center, and San Ysidro Bus Terminal in around 2h 56m.

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