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Compare train, bus, and flight for San Francisco, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $68. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $68, and a flight costs an average of $146.
Distance: 398 miles (641 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
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$89 Average price | $147 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest |
12h 43m Average total duration 12h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 52m Average total duration 13h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets San Francisco, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Francisco, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA
Trains from San Francisco, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA run on average 14 times per day, taking around 12h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 (€63) but you can travel from only $68 (€55) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 398 miles (641 km) distance in 11h 15m.
Distance 398 miles (641 km) |
Average train duration 12h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€63) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 11h 15m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 11:10 PM |
Train companies: Caltrain from San Francisco, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA trainsCaltrain trains will get you between San Francisco, CA and San Juan Capistrano, CA from $68 (€55). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from San Francisco, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA to San Juan Capistrano, CA
- 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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