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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to San Clemente is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to San Clemente is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and San Clemente?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Goleta Station station and arriving at San Clemente Pier Amtrak. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Goleta to San Clemente?

The distance between Goleta and San Clemente is 177 miles. The road distance is 165.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Goleta to San Clemente without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs $45 - $110.

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

The train from Goleta Station to San Clemente Pier Amtrak takes 4h 58m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Goleta to San Clemente train from?

Goleta to San Clemente train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Goleta Station.

Where does the Goleta to San Clemente train arrive?

Goleta to San Clemente train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Clemente Pier Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Goleta to San Clemente?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to San Clemente is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Goleta to San Clemente.

How do I get a train ticket from Goleta to San Clemente?

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Where can I stay near San Clemente?

There are 256+ hotels available in San Clemente.

Goleta to San Clemente - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Goleta to San Clemente by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or plane

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to San Clemente Pier Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 58m
$45–110
Drive 164.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to San Clementecar 164.1 mi
2h 53m
$30–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to San Clemente Piertrain OC Line
6h 5m
$88–111
Fly to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
2. Take the train from San Diego to San Clemente Pier Amtraktrain
3h 41m
$69–389
Fly to Los Angeles International Airport, train
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SBA - LAX
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Clemente Pier Amtraktrain
4h 28m
$50–243

Goleta to San Clemente by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

4h 58mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.4 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Goleta Station to San Clemente Pier Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $45–110 and the journey takes 4h 58m.

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