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Rios Adobe Museum
Preserved adobe residence with furnished interiors and exhibits that bring 19th-century domestic life in San Juan Capistrano into focus.
Trains from Orange, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA run on average 25 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (36 km) distance in 20m.
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The table below shows live departures for Orange, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA trains for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
580 Pacific Surfliner | 3:49 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 0h35 | 4:24 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 4:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0h23 | 4:24 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 4:49 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 0h35 | 5:24 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 5:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0h23 | 5:24 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
584 Pacific Surfliner | 5:49 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 0h35 | 6:24 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
584 Pacific Surfliner | 6:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0h23 | 6:24 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 6:49 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 0h35 | 7:24 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 7:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0h23 | 7:24 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
588 Pacific Surfliner | 7:49 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 0h35 | 8:24 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
588 Pacific Surfliner | 8:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0h23 | 8:24 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 8:49 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 0h35 | 9:24 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 9:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0h23 | 9:24 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 10:49 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 0h35 | 11:24 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 11:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0h23 | 11:24 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Orange, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA with Amtrak. Night trains available on this route with Amtrak. High-speed trains available on this route with Amtrak. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Preserved adobe residence with furnished interiors and exhibits that bring 19th-century domestic life in San Juan Capistrano into focus.
Museum and interpretive site exploring Acjachemen lifeways through artifacts, stories, and educational displays in a historic adobe setting.
Mission museum galleries display sacred art, artifacts, and historic rooms that deepen a visit beyond the grounds and church ruins.
Tree-lined historic street with adobes, gardens, and walking paths, offering one of the city’s most atmospheric strolls.
Downtown pedestrian-friendly district with shops, public spaces, and easy access to major historic sites and the station.
Scenic regional trail for walking, cycling, and birdwatching, connecting natural areas with a quieter side of the city.
Slow-braised beef in dried chile sauce, rooted in Mexican ranch cooking common in Orange County. Rich, savory, and often served in tacos or plates.
Citrus-marinated pork roasted on a vertical spit, brought by Mexican communities and widely loved locally in tacos with pineapple, onion, and cilantro.
Grilled skirt or flank steak, a staple of Mexican family meals in Southern California. Usually served with beans, rice, salsa, and tortillas.
Popular local coffee spot for espresso drinks, pastries, and light bites. Relaxed neighborhood atmosphere with a loyal local following.
Historic steakhouse and saloon serving steaks, seafood, and cocktails in a rustic landmark building with old California character.
Polished Italian dining with house-made pasta, wood-fired dishes, and an upscale yet relaxed atmosphere in downtown San Juan Capistrano.
Moderate for coastal Southern California. Hotels and dining run above inland areas, but local transit and casual meals stay manageable for most visitors.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants, 18-20% for great service. Round up or add 10% for taxis. Cafes often use tip jars or screens for small tips.
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Most Orange, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA trains use the to San Juan Capistrano Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Orange, CA and San Juan Capistrano, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
San Juan Capistrano Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Cedar Creek Inn, El Adobe de Capistrano
Ticket office support is available at San Juan Capistrano Station. Information desks are located in the main waiting area.
Luggage storage is available at San Juan Capistrano Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at San Juan Capistrano Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at San Juan Capistrano Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Juan Capistrano Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Capistrano Inn, Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection, Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano.