What is the cheapest way to get from Placentia to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Placentia to San Diego is to line 59 bus and bus which costs $18 - $50 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Placentia to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Placentia to San Diego is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Placentia and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Placentia to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Kraemer-Chapman and arriving at San Diego via Santa Ana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Placentia and San Diego?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fullerton Amtrak Station station and arriving at San Diego. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Placentia to San Diego?

The distance between Placentia and San Diego is 103 miles. The road distance is 98.3 miles.

How do I travel from Placentia to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Placentia to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs $32 - $34.

How long does it take to get from Placentia to San Diego?

The train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diego takes 2h 23m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Placentia to San Diego bus from?

Placentia to San Diego bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Kraemer-Chapman station.

Where do I catch the Placentia to San Diego train from?

Placentia to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Placentia to San Diego?

The best way to get from Placentia to San Diego is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs $32 - $34. Alternatively, you can line 59 bus and bus, which costs $18 - $50 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Placentia to San Diego bus arrive?

Placentia to San Diego bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3 station.

Where does the Placentia to San Diego train arrive?

Placentia to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego station.

Can I drive from Placentia to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Placentia to San Diego is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Placentia to San Diego.

How do I get a train ticket from Placentia to San Diego?

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Where can I stay near San Diego?

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Placentia to San Diego - 5 ways to travel via train, line 59 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Placentia to San Diego by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, train, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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 Fullerton Amtrak Station to San DiegoPacific Surfliner
2h 23m
$32–34
Line 59 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kraemer-Chapman to The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 359
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana to San DiegoLos Angeles
3h 30m
$18–47
Drive 97.7 mi
1. Drive from Placentia to San Diego97.7 mi
1h 43m
$18–26
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Fullerton to L.A. Union Station
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)LAX - SAN
3h 8m
$91–328
Line 59 bus, bus via San Diego
1. Take the bus from Kraemer-Chapman to The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 359
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to San DiegoFlixBus 2017
3h 35m
$18–37

Placentia to San Diego by train (Amtrak)

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2h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 102.2 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Placentia, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diego every 2 hours. Tickets cost $32–34 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kraemer-Chapman to San Diego via The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3 and Santa Ana in around 3h 30m.

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