How to travel from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA

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Compare train and bus for San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $26, while a bus costs an average of $56.

Distance: 56 miles (91 km)

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1h 36m

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2h 23m

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The cheapest way to travel from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA is a train with an average price of $26.

This is compared to other travel options from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA:

A train is $31 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $56.

The fastest way to travel from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA is by train with an average journey time of 2h 6m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between San Clemente, CA and Los Angeles, CA including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $26 compared to roughly $21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-4.77. The journey takes 1h 36m versus 1h 12m 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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from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA

How to get from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Infobus
    3:03 AM1h33
    San Clemente, CA
    4:36 AMLos Angeles, CA
    $561One-way
    0 transfers

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  • Infobus
    3:03 AM1h33
    San Clemente, CA
    4:36 AMLos Angeles, CA
    $561One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Infobus
    2:03 AM1h13
    San Clemente, CA
    3:16 AMLos Angeles, CA
    $611One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Infobus
    10:03 PM1h33
    San Clemente, CA
    11:36 PMLos Angeles, CA
    $611One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA

Travel to Los Angeles, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA.

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There are 2 options to travel between San Clemente, CA and Los Angeles, CA including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA is a train with an average price of $26.

This is compared to other travel options from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA:

A train is $31 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $56.

The fastest way to travel from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA is by train with an average journey time of 2h 6m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 23m.

The distance from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA is approximately 56 miles (91 km).
The average frequency per day from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA is:
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between San Clemente, CA and Los Angeles, CA as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA:
  • Trains mostly depart from San Clemente Pier, San Clemente, CA and arrive in Union Station, Los Angeles, CA.
  • Buses mostly depart from San Clemente, CA and arrive in Los Angeles, CA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak, Metrolink Trains to go to Los Angeles, CA by train.
  • Travel with Infobus to go to Los Angeles, CA by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA:
  • 6 direct trains per day with Amtrak, Metrolink Trains.
Omio customers who travel from San Clemente, CA to Los Angeles, CA often also extend their vacation to go to San Diego, CA, San Francisco, CA, Las Vegas, NV, Tijuana, New York, NY. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Los Angeles, CA and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Los Angeles, CA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Los Angeles, CA, you can explore Venice Beach Boardwalk with its eclectic shops and street performers, visit the historic El Capitan Theatre for a classic movie experience, or take a scenic hike in Runyon Canyon Park for panoramic city views. Enjoy a live performance at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, or discover unique exhibits at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. Best sights include the Griffith Observatory for stunning city views and astronomy exhibits, The Getty Center for art and gardens, the historic Santa Monica Pier, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) with its diverse collections.
To fully experience Los Angeles, CA, it's ideal to spend at least 3 to 5 days. This allows time to visit popular attractions like Hollywood, Santa Monica, and the Getty Center, while also exploring the city's diverse neighborhoods and cultural offerings.

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