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Compare train for Irvine, CA to San Clemente, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Irvine, CA to San Clemente, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, while a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 20 miles (33 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$14 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare ways to travel from Irvine, CA to San Clemente, CA
Compare the available ways to get from Irvine, CA to San Clemente, CA, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around $14 (€12) compared to roughly $6 (€5) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$8 (-€6). The journey takes 25m versus 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Irvine, CA to San Clemente, CA by train, bus or flight.
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The best way to travel from Irvine, CA to San Clemente, CA is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
9:41 AM 0h34 Irvine, CA 10:15 AM San Clemente, CA $11 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:41 AM 0h34 Irvine, CA 10:15 AM San Clemente, CA $11 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:41 AM 0h34 Irvine, CA 10:15 AM San Clemente, CA $11 1 One-way 0 transfers
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2:25 PM 0h34 Irvine, CA 2:59 PM San Clemente, CA $11 1 One-way 0 transfers5:41 PM 0h34 Irvine, CA 6:15 PM San Clemente, CA $11 1 One-way 0 transfers6:41 PM 0h34 Irvine, CA 7:15 PM San Clemente, CA $11 1 One-way 0 transfers
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FAQs: Travel from Irvine, CA to San Clemente, CA
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- Around 10 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Irvine, CA and San Clemente, CA as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA and arrive in San Clemente Pier, San Clemente, CA.
- Travel with Amtrak to go to San Clemente, CA by train.
- 10 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
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