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Fullerton to San Juan Capistrano Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Fullerton to San Juan Capistrano?
There are usually 13 daily train trips available from Fullerton to San Juan Capistrano.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceCZK 826.10 | Avg. PriceCZK 347.83 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips8 | Daily Trips13 |
Duration | Duration1h 25m | Duration0h 43m |
Bus from Fullerton to San Juan Capistrano: Journey Information
There are 15 intercity buses per day from Fullerton to San Juan Capistrano. Traveling by bus from Fullerton to San Juan Capistrano usually takes around one hour and 25 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 30 mi (48 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 25m |
| Cheapest price | CZK 826.10 |
| Trips per day | 15 |
| Most frequent service | ExpressOne Shuttles |
| Bus lines | 1 |

What bus companies travel from Fullerton to San Juan Capistrano?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Fullerton to San Juan Capistrano. ExpressOne Shuttles connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ExpressOne Shuttles | 15 | 1h 25m | CZK 826.10 |
Book ExpressOne Shuttles from Fullerton to San Juan Capistrano from CZK 826. There are 15 trips per day offered by ExpressOne Shuttles from Fullerton to San Juan Capistrano and you can expect on average to pay for a ExpressOne Shuttles ticket to San Juan Capistrano. In Fullerton, ExpressOne Shuttles departs to San Juan Capistrano from Fullerton Hbr Blvd . In San Juan Capistrano, ExpressOne Shuttles arrives at San Juan Capistrano Camino Capistrano .
An average trip on ExpressOne Shuttles from Fullerton to San Juan Capistrano takes 1 hours and 25 minutes .
On weekends, ExpressOne Shuttles offers 15 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to San Juan Capistrano.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Fullerton to San Juan Capistrano
The bus takes an average of one hour and 25 minutes to cover the 30 miles from Fullerton to San Juan Capistrano. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Fullerton to San Juan Capistrano, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 15 scheduled buses that travel from Fullerton to San Juan Capistrano every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Fullerton to San Juan Capistrano without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Fullerton to San Juan Capistrano; ticket prices start at CZK 347.83.
City Information
Fullerton
Fullerton was founded in 1887 and is roughly 22 miles from Los Angeles. The area around Fullerton was the original California orange growing zone due to its great Mediterranean environment. The nightlife in downtown Fullerton is well-known, plus there are around 50 parks in the city, including the famed Fullerton Arboretum, which features 26 acres of uncommon and rare species as well as sculpted gardens.
Fullerton has some of the best art museums in the country, including Muckenthaler Art and Cultural Center and the Clayes Performing Arts Center. You can also experience amazing lakes such as the Laguna Lake Park.
If you're a beer-lover, visit the Bootleggers Brewery. Founded in 2008 by home brewer and beer enthusiast Aaron Barkenhagen, Bootleggers Brewery is one of Orange County's largest artisan breweries.
As for transportation, Amtrak and Fullerton Metrolink are the two best train stations in Fullerton serviced by Amtrak's Southwest Chief and Pacific Surfliner. These Amtrak lines connect from Los Angeles, Bakersfield, and even as far away as Chicago. For buses, Amtrak Thruway comes from Santa Ana, Bakersfield, Los Angeles, and Riverside to Fullerton. The nearest airport is Long Beach Airport, which is only 14 miles away from the city.
San Juan Capistrano

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Located in Orange County, California, San Juan Capistrano is a small city founded by the Spanish in 1776. Although largely destroyed by an earthquake in 1812, this city is a growing destination south of Los Angeles and is often used as a backdrop in major Hollywood movies.
San Juan Capistrano has many historical religious sites to explore, and Mission San Juan Capistrano is one of its most renowned. The "Jewel of California Missions" includes a chapel with regular Mass, stunning gardens, and a museum to learn about the many Native American, Mexican, and Spanish influences in the region. Visit in mid-March to experience the annual Return of the Swallows celebration. Local cliff swallows return from winters in Argentina, and the Mission plans parades, fairs, and other events to welcome them home.
The area around the Mission is a historic downtown with local restaurants, green spaces, and retail services. In the center of this historic core, San Juan Capistrano's Amtrak station welcomes Pacific Surfliner trains that run from Los Angeles to San Diego.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Fullerton?
Main departure station: Fullerton Hbr Blvd
Most buses depart from the main station in Fullerton.
All bus stations in Fullerton:
Fullerton Hbr Blvd
Where does the bus arrive in San Juan Capistrano?
Main arrival station: San Juan Capistrano Camino Capistrano
All buses from Fullerton arrive at one main station in San Juan Capistrano.
All bus stations in San Juan Capistrano:
San Juan Capistrano Camino Capistrano
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