What is the cheapest way to get from Carson to San Clemente?

The cheapest way to get from Carson to San Clemente is to bus which costs $5 - $6 and takes 4h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carson to San Clemente?

The fastest way to get from Carson to San Clemente is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $9 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Carson and San Clemente?

No, there is no direct bus from Carson to San Clemente. However, there are services departing from Carson St at Main St and arriving at El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillo via 6th & Long Beach Blvd SE and 7Th-Channel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Carson to San Clemente?

The distance between Carson and San Clemente is 69 miles. The road distance is 53.8 miles.

How do I travel from Carson to San Clemente without a car?

The best way to get from Carson to San Clemente without a car is to bus and tram and line 4 bus and train which takes 3h 32m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Carson to San Clemente?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Carson to San Clemente, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carson to San Clemente bus from?

Carson to San Clemente bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from 7Th-Channel station.

Where does the Carson to San Clemente bus arrive?

Carson to San Clemente bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillo station.

Can I drive from Carson to San Clemente?

Yes, the driving distance between Carson to San Clemente is 54 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Carson to San Clemente.

Where can I stay near San Clemente?

There are 217+ hotels available in San Clemente.

Carson to San Clemente - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, and line 4 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Carson to San Clemente by bus, tram, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, tram, line 4 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Harbor Fwy / Carson to Harbor Transitway / Harbor Fwy Station
2. Take the tram from Harbor Freeway Station to Norwalk Station
3. Take the bus from C Line Station to Metrolink Station4
4. Take the train from Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs to San Clemente
3h 32m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 7Th-Channel to El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillo1
4h 41m
$5–6
Drive 53.5 mi
1. Drive from Carson to San Clemente53.5 mi
56 min
$10–15
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Del Amo Station to Union Station - Metro A-LineMetro A Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Clemente Pier AmtrakPacific Surfliner
3h 37m
$24–28

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carson to San Clemente.

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Distance: 68.3 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Carson, CA, USA and San Clemente, CA, USA?

OCTA operates a bus from 7Th-Channel to El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillo hourly. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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