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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | UCLA | San Juan Capistrano, CA | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:19 AM PST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Juan Capistrano. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the convenience and necessity of business class services, especially when traveling with elderly family members. The staff was described as pleasant and helpful, contributing to a great overall experience. While there were delays due to an earthquake in one instance, this did not overshadow the generally favorable reviews.
Amtrak Los Angeles San Juan Capistrano recent customer reviews
business class is very nice. red cap service (Jaime) is super convenient and necessary when traveling with elderly family members. everyone was pleasant and helpful. great experience!
Jennifer P.
It was great except for the earthquake delays
Jody G.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to San Juan Capistrano by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano start from $25. The average price for this route is around $25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano?
The average bus travel time from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 97 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano at 11:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to San Juan Capistrano was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $22To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to San Juan Capistrano, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $22 to $25 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to San Juan Capistrano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-11-30.
What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles, US to San Juan Capistrano?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationTop travelled bus routes
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