The cheapest and fastest trains from San Diego, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Diego, CA for San Juan Capistrano, CA on Wed, Nov 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for San Diego, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 61 miles (99 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | 
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€21 Average price  | €20 Average price Cheapest | 
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time*  | 2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time*  | 
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Live departures
San Diego, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA trains for today, Tuesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets  | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]()  | 9:10 PM San Diego, CA | 1h25   | 10:35 PM San Juan Capistrano, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day.  | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Diego, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA
Distance 61 miles (99 km)  | 
Average train duration 1h 26m  | 
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21)  | 
Trains per day 21  | 
Direct trains 20  | 
Fastest train 1h 25m  | 
First train 03:50  | 
Last train 23:26  | 
Train companies: Amtrak from San Diego, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Diego, CA and San Juan Capistrano, CA from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Diego, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
 
- Free
 
- Parking is available nearby with various public and private options.
 
- The Fish Market
 - Karl Strauss Brewing Company
 
- Outside the main entrance.
 
- Ramps.
 
- $1.25
 
- The Westin San Diego
 - The Guild Hotel, San Diego, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
 - Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
 
- Located in the main hall
 
- Enterprise
 - Hertz
 
- Located in the main hall
 
- Free
 
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Coaster trains
 - Hall 2: Trolley connections
 
- San Diego Trolley: Blue Line, Green Line
 - Bus: Several lines available
 - Amtrak: Pacific Surfliner
 
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
 
- Free
 
- Parking is available with several spaces for commuters and visitors.
 
- Casa Guadalajara
 - Old Town Mexican Cafe
 
- Outside the main entrance.
 
- Elevators, ramps.
 
- $0.25
 
- Old Town Inn
 - Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town
 - Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
 
- Located in the main hall
 
- Enterprise
 - Hertz
 
- Located in the main hall
 
- Free
 
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Coaster trains
 - Hall 2: Trolley connections
 
- Trolley: Green Line
 - Bus: Several lines available including 8, 9, 10, 28, 30, 35, 44, 88, 105, 150, 923, 928
 
- 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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