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How to get fromSan Clemente to Malibu Beachby train, tram, bus, or car

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

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  1. Train, tram

    best
    1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Los Angelestrain train Pacific Surfliner
    2. Take the tram from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram tram Metro E Line
    3h 49m
    $26–48

  2. Train, line 33 bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier to L.A. Union Stationtrain train OC Line
    2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus bus 33
    4h 59m
    $12–18

  3. Drive 85.7 mi

    1. Drive from San Clemente to Malibu Beachcar car 85.7 mi
    1h 41m
    $16–23

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

Calendar77Weekly Services
Duration3h 49mAverage Duration
Ticket$26Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 94.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 49m

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

There is no direct connection from San Clemente to Malibu Beach. 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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