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

The cheapest way to get from San Clemente to San Diego is to drive which costs $10 - $16 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Clemente to San Diego is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct train between San Clemente and San Diego?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Clemente Pier Amtrak and arriving at San Diego. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from San Clemente to San Diego?

The distance between San Clemente and San Diego is 63 miles. The road distance is 59.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Clemente to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs $20 - $45.

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

The train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to San Diego takes 1h 29m including transfers and departs every two hours.

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

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

Where does the San Clemente to San Diego train arrive?

San Clemente to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego station.

Can I drive from San Clemente to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between San Clemente to San Diego is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from San Clemente to San Diego.

How do I get a train ticket from San Clemente to San Diego?

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Where can I stay near San Diego?

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to San Diegotrain Pacific Surfliner
1h 29m
$20–45
Drive 59 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Clemente to San Diegocar 59 mi
1h 2m
$11–16
Train, bus
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Oceanside to San Diegobus Los Angeles
2h 14m
$17–25

San Clemente to San Diego by train (Amtrak)

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1h 29mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 62.5 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to San Diego every 2 hours. Tickets cost $20–45 and the journey takes 1h 29m.

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