How much is the train ticket from San Clemente to San Diego?

The cheapest train tickets from San Clemente to San Diego start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from San Clemente to San Diego?

The average train ride duration from San Clemente to San Diego is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 56 miles (89 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Clemente to San Diego route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Clemente to San Diego?

The earliest train departs from San Clemente to San Diego at 9:38am. And the latest train departs at 12:38pm.

Train San Clemente to San Diego from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Clemente to San Diego on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:38am	San Clemente Pier	1h 15m	12:53pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags
Train	11:38am	San Clemente Pier	1h 29m	1:07pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	12:38pm	San Clemente Pier	1h 15m	1:53pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags
Train	12:38pm	San Clemente Pier	1h 29m	2:07pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	11:38am	San Clemente Pier	1h 29m	1:07pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Get from San Clemente to San Diego

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

1h 15mAverage Duration

56 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $23

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Clemente, US to San Diego, CA, US by train

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 train ticket from San Clemente to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from San Clemente to San Diego start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Clemente to San Diego?
The average train ride duration from San Clemente to San Diego is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 56 miles (89 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Clemente to San Diego route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Clemente to San Diego?
The earliest train departs from San Clemente to San Diego at 9:38am. And the latest train departs at 12:38pm.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from San Clemente, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Clemente, US to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $21 to $33 for a train ticket from San Clemente, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-13.