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How to get to San Juan Capistrano by train
| Routes | 39 |
| Trips per day | 209 |
| train lines | 2 |
| Stations | 1 |
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About San Juan Capistrano
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.
What train companies travel to San Juan Capistrano, California?
Located in California, San Juan Capistrano is accessible by train from 39 other cities. You can choose from 209 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to San Juan Capistrano on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to San Juan Capistrano are also available.
Train companies serving San Juan Capistrano
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 160 | 4h 36m | $36.12 |
| Amtrak Pacific Surfliner | 21 | 0h 58m | $17.00 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Pacific Surfliner is Amtrak’s passenger train service that runs along the Pacific coast of Southern California, connecting San Luis Obispo to the north with San Diego to the south. The line is among the most famous Amtrak routes due to the unique scenic views it presents, as the train parallels the coastline for large portions of the 268-mile railroad stretch. The Pacific Surfliner offers first-class amenities like onboard restrooms, free WiFi, seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as storage racks for surfboards.
Which train carrier has the best service to San Juan Capistrano?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to San Juan Capistrano by train with Amtrak giving them a 4.8 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Pacific Surfliner had the most comfortable train service to San Juan Capistrano taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Pacific Surfliner offers. They rate Amtrak Pacific Surfliner a 4.3 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to San Juan Capistrano punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Pacific Surfliner has the best on time performance on their train schedules to San Juan Capistrano, rating them a 4.8 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in San Juan Capistrano is 26701 Verdugo St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around San Juan Capistrano.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 1h 52m | $24.07 |
| Irvine | 0h 12m | $9.00 |
| Anaheim | 0h 35m | $14.00 |
| Fullerton | 0h 43m | $16.00 |
| Emeryville | 13h 54m | $82.82 |
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