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

The cheapest way to get from San Clemente to Malibu is to train and line 33 bus which costs $12 - $19 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Clemente to Malibu is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct train between San Clemente and Malibu?

No, there is no direct train from San Clemente to Malibu station. However, there are services departing from San Clemente Pier Amtrak and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines and 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from San Clemente to Malibu?

The distance between San Clemente and Malibu is 95 miles. The road distance is 86 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Clemente to Malibu without a car is to train and tram which takes 3h 49m and costs $25 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from San Clemente to Malibu, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the San Clemente to Malibu train arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Clemente to Malibu?

Yes, the driving distance between San Clemente to Malibu is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from San Clemente to Malibu.

Where can I stay near Malibu?

There are 238+ hotels available in Malibu.

San Clemente to Malibu - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, line 33 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from San Clemente to Malibu by train, tram, bus, or car

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
3h 49m
$26–48
Train, line 33 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
4h 59m
$12–18
Drive 85.5 mi
1. Drive from San Clemente to Malibucar 85.5 mi
1h 40m
$16–23

San Clemente to Malibu by train, subway, tram, and bus

77Weekly Services

3h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 94.7 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

There is no direct connection from San Clemente to Malibu. However, you can take the train to Los Angeles, walk to Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, take the subway to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines, walk to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines, take the vehicle to Downtown Santa Monica Station, walk to 5th / Colorado, then take the line 134 bus to Civic Center / Malibu Library. Alternatively, you can take a train from San Clemente Pier to Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via L.A. Union Station, Patsaouras Transit Plaza, 5th / Santa Monica, and 5th / Colorado in around 4h 59m.

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