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San Diego to San Clemente Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from San Diego to San Clemente?
There are usually 37 daily bus trips available from San Diego to San Clemente.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceCZK 840.42 | Avg. PriceCZK 455.83 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips37 | Daily Trips13 |
Duration | Duration1h 52m | Duration1h 13m |
Trip Summary
There are usually 11 daily train trips available from San Diego to San Clemente. Traveling by train from San Diego to San Clemente usually takes one hour and 14 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Pacific Surfliner train can make the trip in one hour and 9 minutes.
| Distance | 56 mi (90 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 9m |
| Lowest price | CZK 445.23 |
| Trains per day | 11 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Pacific Surfliner |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Which train should you take from San Diego to San Clemente?
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner is the one and only train line which connects San Diego to San Clemente. However, there are 11 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Pacific Surfliner | 11 | 1h 14m | CZK 455.40 |
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. On average, the service offers 11 train trips from San Diego to San Clemente every day, and prices for a one-way train ticket start from CZK 445.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from San Diego to San Clemente
Trains from San Diego to San Clemente are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs San Diego at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 11 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from San Diego to San Clemente.
You can also take a train for your return trip from San Clemente to San Diego.
City Information
San Diego
San Diego is known as "America's Finest City" for its sunny weather, white-sand beaches, and dazzling attractions from Belmont Park to SeaWorld. San Diego's 70 miles of pristine beaches include such gems as Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla Cove, and Coronado Beach. The city's strong surfing culture may even inspire you to rent a surfboard and catch the epic waves, bro.
Visitors can spend days getting lost in Balboa Park, a 1,200-acre cultural hub which features 16 museums, immaculate gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The historic heart of the city, Old Town, showcases San Diego's heritage and ties to Mexican culture, while other sights like the USS Midway pay tribute to the city's military and maritime history. Leave time for some evening exploring, too! San Diego is rated the #1 best city for craft beer in America, so don't miss out on the bars in the Gaslamp Quarter: 16 walkable blocks packed with nightlife and young crowds.
Two airports, as well as many bus and train options, mean it is easy to get to San Diego from afar or from nearby cities like Tijuana, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.
Station Information
Where is the train station in San Diego?
Main departure station: 4005 Taylor St
There are two stations in San Diego where you can board the train to San Clemente.
All train stations in San Diego:
4005 Taylor St
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
Where is the train station in San Clemente?
Main arrival station: 615 Ave Victoria at San Clemente Pier
San Clemente has one train station.
All train stations in San Clemente:
615 Ave Victoria at San Clemente Pier
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