What is the cheapest way to get from San Clemente to La Jolla?

The cheapest way to get from San Clemente to La Jolla is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Clemente to La Jolla?

The fastest way to get from San Clemente to La Jolla is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between San Clemente and La Jolla?

No, there is no direct bus from San Clemente to La Jolla. However, there are services departing from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 and arriving at Silverado St & Herschel Av via Gilman Dr & Mandeville Ln. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from San Clemente to La Jolla?

The distance between San Clemente and La Jolla is 71 miles. The road distance is 50.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Clemente to La Jolla without a car is to train and line 30 bus which takes 2h 7m and costs $21 - $45.

How long does it take to get from San Clemente to La Jolla?

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from San Clemente to La Jolla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Clemente to La Jolla bus from?

San Clemente to La Jolla bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 station.

Where does the San Clemente to La Jolla bus arrive?

San Clemente to La Jolla bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Gilman Dr & Myers Dr station.

Can I drive from San Clemente to La Jolla?

Yes, the driving distance between San Clemente to La Jolla is 51 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from San Clemente to La Jolla.

Where can I stay near La Jolla?

There are 2166+ hotels available in La Jolla.

San Clemente to La Jolla - 3 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, bus

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There are 3 ways to get from San Clemente to La Jolla by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Old Town Transit Center to Silverado St & Herschel Avbus 30
2h 7m
$21–44
Drive 50.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Clemente to La Jollacar 50.4 mi
55 min
$10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Gilman Dr & Myers Drbus 101
3h 9m
$11–20

San Clemente to La Jolla by train and bus

77Weekly Services

2h 7mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 70.2 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between San Clemente, CA, USA and La Jolla, San Diego County, CA, USA?

North County Transit operates a bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Gilman Dr & Myers Dr hourly. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 1h 42m.

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