What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego to Laguna Beach?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego to Laguna Beach is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to Laguna Beach?

The fastest way to get from San Diego to Laguna Beach is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct train between San Diego and Laguna Beach?

No, there is no direct train from San Diego to Laguna Beach station. However, there are services departing from San Diego and arriving at San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from San Diego to Laguna Beach?

The distance between San Diego and Laguna Beach is 81 miles. The road distance is 73.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Diego to Laguna Beach without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs $50 - $95.

How long does it take to get from San Diego to Laguna Beach?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from San Diego to Laguna Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Diego to Laguna Beach train from?

San Diego to Laguna Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Where does the San Diego to Laguna Beach train arrive?

San Diego to Laguna Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from San Diego to Laguna Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego to Laguna Beach is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from San Diego to Laguna Beach.

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

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Where can I stay near Laguna Beach?

There are 957+ hotels available in Laguna Beach.

San Diego to Laguna Beach - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 91 bus

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Diego to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
1h 51m
$52–91
Drive 72.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Diego to Laguna Beachcar 72.7 mi
1h 23m
$14–20
Train, line 91 bus
1. Take the train from San Diego to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Camino Capistrano-Old Mission to Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 7bus 91
3h 31m
$26–50

San Diego to Laguna Beach by train and bus

91Weekly Services

3h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 80.3 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between San Diego, CA, USA and Laguna Beach, 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.

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