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

The cheapest way to get from San Clemente to Carson is to bus and line 3 bus which costs $5 - $6 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Clemente to Carson is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $9 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between San Clemente and Carson?

No, there is no direct bus from San Clemente to Carson. However, there are services departing from El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillo and arriving at Carson St + Moneta Av via 7th & VA Hospital NW and Downtown Long Beach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from San Clemente to Carson?

The distance between San Clemente and Carson is 84 miles. The road distance is 54.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Clemente to Carson without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 38m and costs $23 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from San Clemente to Carson, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the San Clemente to Carson bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Clemente to Carson?

Yes, the driving distance between San Clemente to Carson is 54 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from San Clemente to Carson.

Where can I stay near Carson?

There are 1690+ hotels available in Carson.

San Clemente to Carson - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 3 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from San Clemente to Carson by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Flower / 7th to Harbor Fwy / Carsonbus Metro J Line
2h 38m
$23–45
Bus, line 3 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillo to 7Th-Channelbus 1
2. Take the bus from Downtown Long Beach Station to Carson St + Moneta Avbus 3
4h 11m
$5–6
Drive 53.8 mi
1. Drive from San Clemente to Carsoncar 53.8 mi
57 min
$10–15

San Clemente to Carson by train, subway, and bus

77Weekly Services

2h 38mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from San Clemente to Carson.

Launch map view

Distance: 83 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a bus from El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillo to Carson St + Moneta Av via 7Th-Channel, 7th & VA Hospital NW, 1st & Shelter E S, and Downtown Long Beach Station in around 4h 11m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.