Transportation
Santa Margarita Catholic High School is committed to providing safe, convenient, and reliable transportation options for our Eagle families. Our bus routes and carpool platform are designed to make the daily commute to campus smooth and stress-free. Explore our transportation options below and discover the best fit for your family.
The 2025-2026 SMCHS bus routes and approximate pick-up and drop-off times are listed below. The SMCHS Transportation Department is in the process of conducting trial runs to solidify the schedule.
Questions? For questions regarding our bus program, please email bus@smhs.org
2025-26 Bus Routes:The following bus service options will be available:
- Morning only one-way service
- Afternoon only one-way service
- Round-trip service
- Bus service will only be available to those who sign up for one of the options above. Individual tickets will no longer be valid.
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Families, who submitted priority Early-Bird Registration will be able to sign up for a bus route, starting on Monday, June 23.
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Bus service registration will open for everyone on July 7, 2025 and will be subject to availability.
South Route #1:
| Morning | Bus Stop Location |
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6:45 AM |
San Clemente: Vista Hermosa Park |
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7:05 AM |
Laguna Niguel/Dana Point: Golden Lantern & Cam. Del Avion |
|
7:32 AM |
Ladera Ranch: Crown Valley and Antonio |
| Afternoon | Bus Stop Location |
| 3:10 PM | Ladera Ranch: Crown Valley and Antonio |
| 3:25 PM | San Clemente: Vista Hermosa Park |
| 3:45 PM | Laguna Niguel/Dana Point: Golden Lantern & Cam. Del Avion |
South Route #2:
| Morning | Bus Stop Location |
|
6:45 AM |
Newport Beach: Bonita Canyon Sports Park |
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7:08 AM |
Aliso Viejo/Laguna Niguel: Aliso Creek and La Paz |
|
7:18 AM |
Laguna Hills: Nellie Gail and Rocking Horse |
| Afternoon | Bus Stop Location |
|
3:15 PM |
Laguna Hills: Nellie Gail and Rocking Horse |
|
3:25 PM |
Aliso Viejo/Laguna Niguel: Aliso Creek and La Paz |
|
3:45 PM |
Newport Beach: Bonita Canyon Sports Park |
North Route
| Morning | Bus Stop Location |
|
6:45 AM |
Anaheim/Yorba Linda: Crystal and Pullman |
|
7:05 AM |
Irvine: Irvine Blvd and Culver |
|
7:22 AM |
Foothill Ranch: Town Center and Alton |
| Afternoon | Bus Stop Location |
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3:05 PM |
Foothill Ranch: Town Center and Alton |
|
3:20 PM |
Irvine: Irvine Blvd and Culver |
|
3:45 PM |
Anaheim/Yorba Linda: Crystal and Pullman |
Late Route
| Afternoon | Bus Stop Location |
|
5:15 PM |
Depart SMCHS |
|
5:45 PM |
Irvine: Irvine Blvd and Culver |
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6:15 PM |
Newport Beach: Bonita Canyon Sports Park |
Please note: All routes are subject to change based on actual sign-ups.
Carpool Information
SMCHS is excited to announce a new partnership with Go Kid carpool service to support our school community's transportation needs. Please check back on July 8, 2025, for more details and updates.
