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

The cheapest way to get from San Clemente to Lancaster is to bus and train which costs $17 - $22 and takes 7h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Clemente to Lancaster is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct train between San Clemente and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from San Clemente to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from San Clemente Pier Amtrak and arriving at Lancaster via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from San Clemente to Lancaster?

The distance between San Clemente and Lancaster is 142 miles. The road distance is 119.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Clemente to Lancaster without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $30 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from San Clemente to Lancaster, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the San Clemente to Lancaster train arrive?

San Clemente to Lancaster train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from San Clemente to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between San Clemente to Lancaster is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from San Clemente to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 62+ hotels available in Lancaster.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain AV Line
4h 53m
$31–58
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillo to 7Th-Channelbus 1
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain AV Line
7h 29m
$17–22
Drive 118.5 mi
1. Drive from San Clemente to Lancastercar 118.5 mi
2h 28m
$22–32

San Clemente to Lancaster by train and foot

52Weekly Services

4h 53mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.9 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Lancaster via Los Angeles and L.A. Union Station in around 4h 53m.

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