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San Clemente - Los Angeles Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 2 daily train trips between San Clemente and Los Angeles. The average train journey from San Clemente to Los Angeles takes 2 hours and 12 minutes, but some Amtrak Pacific Surfliner train trips are as short as one hour and 37 minutes.

Distance56 mi (91 km)
Fastest train1h 37m
Lowest price$23.00
Trains per day3
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Pacific Surfliner
Train lines2

Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for trains from San Clemente to Los Angeles

(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)

4.0

4.0

jenell

July 6, 2021- Visiting friends

Amtrak Pacific Surfliner

Cons: I had a guy and his wife move from another seat,car to by me. The husband sat next to me no mask entire trip. He was told once by conductor out of all the times she came by talking to them to put on mask. The guy sat there holding same half eaten cherry entire trip looking at his phone, no mask. Wife no mask at all. She Just talked to a stranger entire trip. Both talked to conductor over & over & had drinks,alchohol. I got no help with my one peice of luggage I could not lift at all.disabled,elderly. No conductors around by doors. I did get help finally by passenger to lift it on to rack. I was worried & had to keep going back two cars to make sure it was still there. You never know. Tips: Follow the rules. Not fair to others by not wearing mask. Masks bother me alot but I wore mine. I followed the rules. Is nice to know you can bring your pet. Many did,well behaved dogs.

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Which train should you take from San Clemente to Los Angeles?

2 train services operate from San Clemente to Los Angeles. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak12h 10m$25.61
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner12h 14m$27.06

  • 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. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from San Clemente to Los Angeles every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $23.

  • 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 1 train trips from San Clemente to Los Angeles every day, and prices for a one-way train ticket start from $23.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from San Clemente to Los Angeles. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.
The distance between San Clemente and Los Angeles is approximately 56 miles, or 91 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 12 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 37 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from San Clemente to Los Angeles on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs San Clemente at 5:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Trains leave the station in San Clemente twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Los Angeles with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Los Angeles to San Clemente.

City Information

Los Angeles

Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.

The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.

With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.

Station Information

Where is the train station in San Clemente?

Main departure station: 615 Ave Victoria at San Clemente Pier

There is one train station in San Clemente.

All train stations in San Clemente:

  • 615 Ave Victoria at San Clemente Pier

Where is the train station in Los Angeles?

Los Angeles, CA - Union Station - LAXUST-0

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Main arrival station: Union Station

Union Station is the main train station in Los Angeles and the largest railroad passenger terminal in the Western United States. The station was opened in 1939 and has become one of California’s busiest transportation hubs, serving more than 100 thousand passengers per day. Every Amtrak route that goes through Los Angeles stops at Union Station. In addition, the area around the station serves as the main bus stop for several bus carriers that conduct trips in and out of the city. Located in Downtown LA, Union Station offers easy transit connections to other parts of the city via three Metro Rail lines and one Metro Busway line, as well as a shuttle service to LAX airport. Union Station also serves as the main LA hub for six lines of Metrolink, Southern California’s primary commuter rail service.

All train stations in Los Angeles:

  • Union Station

  • Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd

  • 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth

  • 592 Gayley Ave

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