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

The cheapest way to get from San Clemente to Downey is to bus which costs $3 - $4 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Clemente to Downey is to drive which takes 54 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between San Clemente and Downey?

No, there is no direct bus from San Clemente to Downey station. However, there are services departing from El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillo and arriving at Norwalk Station via 7th / Channel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between San Clemente and Downey?

No, there is no direct train from San Clemente to Downey. However, there are services departing from San Clemente Pier and arriving at Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from San Clemente to Downey?

The distance between San Clemente and Downey is 52 miles. The road distance is 50.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Clemente to Downey without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs $9 - $13.

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from San Clemente to Downey, including transfers.

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

San Clemente to Downey bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillo station.

Where do I catch the San Clemente to Downey train from?

San Clemente to Downey train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from San Clemente Pier station.

Train or bus from San Clemente to Downey?

The best way to get from San Clemente to Downey is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs $9 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $4 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the San Clemente to Downey bus arrive?

San Clemente to Downey bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at 7Th-Channel station.

Where does the San Clemente to Downey train arrive?

San Clemente to Downey train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs station.

Can I drive from San Clemente to Downey?

Yes, the driving distance between San Clemente to Downey is 51 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from San Clemente to Downey.

How do I get a bus ticket from San Clemente to Downey?

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Where can I stay near Downey?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier to Norwalk / Santa Fe Springstrain OC Line
1h 53m
$9–13
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillo to 7Th-Channelbus 1
3h 25m
$3–4
Drive 50.6 mi
1. Drive from San Clemente to Downeycar 50.6 mi
54 min
$10–14
Train, bus
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Anaheimtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center to Downeybus FlixBus 2037
2h 21m
$10–16
Train, tram
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Union Station - Metro A-Line to Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro A-Linetram Metro A Line
2h 34m
$25–46

San Clemente to Downey by train and bus

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Distance: 51.4 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

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

Metrolink Trains operates a train from San Clemente Pier to Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs once daily. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Alternatively, OCTA operates a bus from El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillo to 7Th-Channel hourly. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 2h 24m.

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