What is the cheapest way to get from San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The fastest way to get from San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct train between San Clemente and Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea station. However, there are services departing from San Clemente Pier Amtrak and arriving at Solana Beach Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The distance between San Clemente and Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 39 miles. The road distance is 35.7 miles.

How do I travel from San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs $13 - $30.

How long does it take to get from San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train from?

San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Clemente Pier Amtrak station.

Where does the San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train arrive?

San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 36 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

Where can I stay near Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

There are 946+ hotels available in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea by train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
1h 15m
$14–29
Drive 35.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Seacar 35.5 mi
38 min
$7–10
Train, line 101 bus
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Drbus 101
1h 51m
$9–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Seataxi 35.5 mi
38 min
$110–140

San Clemente to Cardiff-by-the-Sea by train and bus (Amtrak)

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1h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 38.9 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between San Clemente, CA, USA and Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Solana Beach Amtrak Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $11–25 and the journey takes 44 min.

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