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Compare train, bus, and flight for San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Francisco, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Francisco, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $66, and a flight costs an average of $126.
Distance: 398 miles (641 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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$67 Average price Cheapest | $71 Average price | $168 Average price |
12h 32m Average total duration 12h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 20m Average total duration 11h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Francisco, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Francisco, CA buses for today, Friday, April 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 5:37 PM San Juan Capistrano, CA | 12h03 | 5:40 AM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Francisco, CA
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Buses from San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Francisco, CA run on average 16 times per day, taking around 12h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $66 (€54) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:55, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 398 miles (641 km) distance in 12h 3m.
Distance 398 miles (641 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€54) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 3m |
First bus 4:55 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Bus providers: OCTA from San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Francisco, CAYou can travel by bus between San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Francisco, CA with OCTA for as low as $66 (€54). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Francisco, CA
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- Golden Gate Park, a large urban park with gardens, museums, and recreational activities
- Chinatown, the oldest and one of the largest Chinatowns in North America, offering vibrant culture and cuisine.
- Ride a cable car through the steep streets of San Francisco for a classic city experience
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- Visit the Exploratorium, an interactive science museum perfect for all ages
- Take a scenic walk along the Embarcadero, offering views of the Bay Bridge and access to the Ferry Building Marketplace
- Enjoy a wine tasting tour in nearby Napa Valley, a short drive from the city.
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