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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Old Town San Diego | San Juan Capistrano, CA | CheapestFastest | ||||
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Get from San Diego to San Juan Capistrano
The journey takes about 1 hour 31 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5617 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $26
Amtrak San Diego San Juan Capistrano recent customer reviews
Unfortunately the train ran into problems, power went out and was delayed 1.5 hours.
Kevork K.
Very nice service
Lupe L.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to San Juan Capistrano by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from San Diego to San Juan Capistrano?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to San Juan Capistrano start from $26. The average price for this train route is around $27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Diego to San Juan Capistrano?
The average train ride duration from San Diego to San Juan Capistrano is 1h 31m, covering a distance of 62 miles (99 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 22m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Diego to San Juan Capistrano route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 20 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Diego to San Juan Capistrano?
The earliest train departs from San Diego to San Juan Capistrano at 4:01am. And the latest train departs at 9:10pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to San Juan Capistrano was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Diego, CA, US to San Juan Capistrano, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $23 to $35 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to San Juan Capistrano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-12-01.
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