What is the cheapest way to get from San Clemente to Balboa Park?

The cheapest way to get from San Clemente to Balboa Park is to drive which costs $10 - $16 and takes 1h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Clemente to Balboa Park?

The fastest way to get from San Clemente to Balboa Park is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct train between San Clemente and Balboa Park?

No, there is no direct train from San Clemente to Balboa Park. However, there are services departing from San Clemente Pier Amtrak and arriving at San Diego via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from San Clemente to Balboa Park?

The distance between San Clemente and Balboa Park is 66 miles. The road distance is 58.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Clemente to Balboa Park without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs $22 - $50.

How long does it take to get from San Clemente to Balboa Park?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from San Clemente to Balboa Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Clemente to Balboa Park train from?

San Clemente to Balboa Park train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Clemente Pier Amtrak station.

Where does the San Clemente to Balboa Park train arrive?

San Clemente to Balboa Park train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego station.

Can I drive from San Clemente to Balboa Park?

Yes, the driving distance between San Clemente to Balboa Park is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from San Clemente to Balboa Park.

Where can I stay near Balboa Park?

There are 2308+ hotels available in Balboa Park.

San Clemente to Balboa Park - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to San Diegotrain Pacific Surfliner
1h 57m
$22–46
Drive 58.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Clemente to Balboa Parkcar 58.2 mi
1h 3m
$11–16
Train, bus
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Oceanside to San Diegobus Los Angeles
2h 38m
$21–45

San Clemente to Balboa Park by train, bus, and foot (Amtrak)

77Weekly Services

1h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 65.3 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between San Clemente, CA, USA and Balboa Park, San Diego County, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to San Diego every 2 hours. Tickets cost $20–45 and the journey takes 1h 29m.

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