The cheapest and fastest trains from Sacramento, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA
Cheapest price
$220
Average price
$220
Fastest journey
16 h 36 m
Average duration
16 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
661 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sacramento, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sacramento, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA will cost around $220 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $220.
It's difficult to get from Sacramento, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Sacramento, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sacramento, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $86. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $86, and a flight costs an average of $159.
Distance: 410 miles (661 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$99 Average price | $159 Average price | $86 Average price Cheapest |
12h 52m Average total duration 12h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 59m Average total duration Fastest 5h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 40m Average total duration 10h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sacramento, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Sacramento, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, March 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:48 AM Sacramento, CA | 16h36 | 11:24 PM San Juan Capistrano, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sacramento, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA
Trains from Sacramento, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 12h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $98 (€80) but you can travel from only $86 (€70) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 18:05. The fastest train covers the 410 miles (661 km) distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 410 miles (661 km) |
Average train duration 12h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $98 (€80) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 10h 15m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 18:05 |
Cheapest month May |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Best day to book ahead 49 days |
FAQs: Trains from Sacramento, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sacramento, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Juan Capistrano, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sacramento, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with both short-term and long-term options.
- The Firehouse Restaurant
- Ten22
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade
- Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown - Arena
- Kimpton Sawyer Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 60 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms are accessible via a concourse.
- Light Rail: Blue Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including local and regional buses
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with both short-term and long-term options.
- Cedar Creek Inn
- El Adobe de Capistrano
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Best Western Capistrano Inn
- Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection
- Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano
- Located in the main waiting area
- Located in the main waiting area
- Free
- The station consists of a single platform serving both Amtrak and Metrolink trains.
- Metrolink: Orange County Line
- Amtrak: Pacific Surfliner
- Bus: OCTA routes available
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