What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego Zoo to Dana Point?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego Zoo to Dana Point is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego Zoo to Dana Point?

The fastest way to get from San Diego Zoo to Dana Point is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between San Diego Zoo and Dana Point?

No, there is no direct bus from San Diego Zoo to Dana Point. However, there are services departing from Park Bl & Zoo Pl and arriving at Pacific Coast-Dana Point Harbor via San Diego and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between San Diego Zoo and Dana Point?

No, there is no direct train from San Diego Zoo to Dana Point station. However, there are services departing from San Diego and arriving at San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from San Diego Zoo to Dana Point?

The distance between San Diego Zoo and Dana Point is 77 miles. The road distance is 64.1 miles.

How do I travel from San Diego Zoo to Dana Point without a car?

The best way to get from San Diego Zoo to Dana Point without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs $26 - $60.

How long does it take to get from San Diego Zoo to Dana Point?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from San Diego Zoo to Dana Point, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Diego Zoo to Dana Point bus from?

San Diego Zoo to Dana Point bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Where do I catch the San Diego Zoo to Dana Point train from?

San Diego Zoo to Dana Point train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Train or bus from San Diego Zoo to Dana Point?

The best way to get from San Diego Zoo to Dana Point is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs $26 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the San Diego Zoo to Dana Point bus arrive?

San Diego Zoo to Dana Point bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Irvine station.

Where does the San Diego Zoo to Dana Point train arrive?

San Diego Zoo to Dana Point train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from San Diego Zoo to Dana Point?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego Zoo to Dana Point is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from San Diego Zoo to Dana Point.

Where can I stay near Dana Point?

There are 266+ hotels available in Dana Point.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Diego to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 37m
$26–57
Drive 63.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Diego Zoo to Dana Pointcar 63.7 mi
1h 9m
$12–17
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Irvinebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 47m
$38–57

San Diego Zoo to Dana Point by foot, bus, and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 76.9 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between San Diego Zoo, CA, USA and Dana Point, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station hourly. Tickets cost $22–50 and the journey takes 1h 34m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from San Diego to Irvine once daily. Tickets cost $27–40 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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