CA → CA · about 146 miles
Goleta to San Clemente train schedule
Amtrak runs 35 direct trains a week from Goleta to San Clemente. The fastest takes 4 hours 50 minutes; the first train leaves at 6:39 AM and the last at 4:25 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 35
- Fastest trip
- 4h 50m
- First train
- 6:39 AM
- Last train
- 4:25 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Goleta Amtrak and arrives at San Clemente Pier Amtrak. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:39 AM | 11:37 AM | 4h 58m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 8:31 AM | 1:37 PM | 5h 06m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 12:29 PM | 5:37 PM | 5h 08m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:47 PM | 7:37 PM | 4h 50m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 4:25 PM | 9:37 PM | 5h 12m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Goleta Where you get off in San Clemente The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Goleta
- Goleta Amtrak Map of Goleta Amtrak (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in San Clemente
- San Clemente Pier Amtrak Map of San Clemente Pier Amtrak (Google Maps)
Return trip: San Clemente to Goleta
Questions
How long is the train from Goleta to San Clemente?
The fastest direct train takes 4 hours 50 minutes; the typical trip is 5 hours 6 minutes.
What time is the first train from Goleta to San Clemente?
The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM (Daily) and the last at 4:25 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Goleta to San Clemente?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Goleta?
Trains to San Clemente leave from Goleta Amtrak.