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

The cheapest way to get from San Clemente to Rosarito is to drive which costs $270 - $400 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Clemente to Rosarito is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $270 - $400.

Is there a direct train between San Clemente and Rosarito?

No, there is no direct train from San Clemente to Rosarito station. However, there are services departing from San Clemente Pier Amtrak and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from San Clemente to Rosarito?

The distance between San Clemente and Rosarito is 152 km. The road distance is 141.4 km.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from San Clemente to Rosarito, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the San Clemente to Rosarito train arrive?

San Clemente to Rosarito train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from San Clemente to Rosarito?

Yes, the driving distance between San Clemente to Rosarito is 141 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from San Clemente to Rosarito.

Where can I stay near Rosarito?

There are 539+ hotels available in Rosarito.

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

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

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
2h 44m
$403–932
Drive 141.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from San Clemente to Rosaritocar 141.4 km
1h 39m
$273–395
Train, bus
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transportation Center to San Ysidro Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0831
3h 12m
$310–525

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Distance: 151.6 km
Duration: 2h 44m

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

There is no direct connection from San Clemente to Rosarito. However, you can take the train to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, walk to Old Town Station, take the vehicle to San Ysidro Station, then drive to Rosarito. Alternatively, you can take a train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Rosarito via Oceanside, Oceanside Transportation Center, and San Ysidro Bus Terminal in around 3h 12m.

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