How to Get Here: Directions to San Clemente

San Clemente is a great city in Orange County in Southern California. Beach lovers visit the place especially during summer to enjoy the heat of the sun and the waves. It’s located on the California Coast, midway between Los Angeles and San Diego of Interstate 5.

Visiting San Clemente allows you to do a lot of fun things. You can go into your beachy vibe and dive into the waters of Riviera Beach, T Street Beach and other beaches in the city. Unleash your artsy side in an art exhibit at the Casa Romantica. Go to Del Mar Street for shopping, good food, and more of the city’s breathtaking view.

But how do you get here? Check these options on how to get here at San Clemente.

Airplane + Land Travel (Rented Car or Taxi)

The nearest major airport in San Clemente is the John Wayne Airport, about 28 miles from the city. Another airport near the town is McClellan-Palomar Airport with a distance of 31 miles from San Clemente. You can book flights to SNA airport in Santa Ana or from other and ride a cab to the San Clemente proper.

Check these airports near San Clemente and the estimated travel time for a car ride from the airport to the city.

John Wayne Airport (SNA)
18601 Airport Way, Santa Ana CA

Car Ride to San Clemente from John Wayne Airport

• (Route 1 (via I-5 S) )
  Distance: 27.6 mi
  Estimated time of arrival: 45 minutes
  Estimated Taxi fare: $ 80.78
  
  
• Route 2 (via CA-73 S)
  Distance: 27.0 mi
  Estimated travel time: 31 minutes
  Estimated Taxi fare: $ 80.78
• Route 3 (via CA-73 S to Golden Lantern)
  Distance: 28.2 mi
  Estimated travel time: 42 minutes
  Estimated Taxi fare: $ 80.78

McClellan-Palomar Airport
2198 Palomar Airport Rd., Carlsbad, CA

Car Ride to San Clemente

• Route (via I-5 N)
  Distance: 31.2 mi
  Estimated travel time: 37 minutes
  Estimated Taxi fare: $ 90.25

Long Beach Airport
4100 E Donald Douglas Dr., Long Beach, CA

Car Ride to San Clemente

• Route 1 (via CA-73 S)
  Distance: 46.7 mi
  Estimated travel time: 1 hour and 4 minutes
  Estimated Taxi fare: $ 134.39
  
• Route 2 (via I-405 S)
  Distance: 48 mi
  Estimated travel time: 1 hour and 12 minutes
  Estimated Taxi fare: $ 134.39

Ontario International Airport (ONT)
2500 E Airport Dr., Ontario, CA

Car Ride to San Clemente

• Route 1 (via I-15 S to I-5 S)
  Distance: 63.5 mi
  Estimated travel time: 1 hour and 14 minutes
  Estimated Taxi fare: $ 172.41
• Route 2 (via CA-83 to I-5 S)
  Distance: 59.9 mi
  Estimated travel time: 1 hour and 18 minutes
  Estimated Taxi fare: $ 172.41
• Route 3 (via CA-241 S)
  Distance: 67.7 mi
  Estimated travel time: 1 hour and 22 minutes
  Estimated Taxi fare: $ 172.41

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
1 World Way, Los Angeles CA

Car Ride to San Clemente

• Route (via I-405 S)
  Distance: 65.3 mi
  Estimated travel time: 1 hour and 40 minutes
  Estimated Taxi fare: $ 189.68

San Diego International Airport (SAN)
3225 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA

Car Ride to San Clemente

• Route 1 (via India St. to I-5 N)
  Distance: 60.2 mi
  Estimated time travel: 1 hour and 23 minutes
  Estimated Taxi fare: $ 169.19
• Route 2 (via I-15 N to I-5 N)
  Distance: 74.8 mi
  Estimated time travel: 1 hour and 37 minutes
  Estimated Taxi fare: $ 169.19

Other Options to Get to San Clemente

1. Train Station
   San Clemente’s Train Station:
   Amtrak/Metrolink Station
   615 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente Pier
   San Clemente, CA
   Operator: Amtrak and Metrolink
   Schedule: Daily service from train stations in several parts of Orange CountyHere are train schedules to San Clemente:Santa Ana, CA (NO TRANSFER)Estimated time travel: 45 minutesSchedule:
   Weekdays – schedules anytime from 8 am to 10 pm
   Weekends – schedules anytime from 8 am to 6 pmAnaheim, CA (NO TRANSFER)
   Estimated time travel: 50 minutes
   Schedule:
   Weekdays – schedules anytime from 8 am to 10 pm
   Weekends – schedules anytime from 8 am to 6 pm

   L.A Union Station (NO TRANSFER)
   

   Estimated time travel: 30 minutes
   Schedule:
   Weekdays – schedules anytime from 8 am to 6 pm
   Weekends – schedules anytime from 8 am to 4 pm

   San Bernardino (NO TRANSFER and WITH TRANSFER)

   Estimated time travel: 30 minutes (No Transfer)
   Schedule:
   Weekdays – schedules anytime from 4 am to 12 pm
   Weekends – schedules anytime from 7 am to 9 am

   San Bernardino to L.A. Union Station to San Clemente:
   

   Estimated time travel: 4 hours (With Transfer)
   Schedule:
   Weekdays – schedules anytime from 8 am to 11 am
   Weekends – schedules anytime from 5 am to 6 am

For a comprehensive listing of the train schedules going to San Clemente, visit their websites:
Amtrak – https://www.amtrak.com
Metrolink – https://www.metrolinktrains.com/schedules

So there you go, it’s not too hard to get to San Clemente. Enjoy the beaches, good food, great people, and everything San Clemente can offer. Head here now and expect a memorable day ahead of you!