What is the cheapest way to get from Barstow to Encinitas?

The cheapest way to get from Barstow to Encinitas is to bus and train which costs $18 - $35 and takes 7h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barstow to Encinitas?

The fastest way to get from Barstow to Encinitas is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Barstow and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from Barstow to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Victorville Bus Stop, Los Angeles and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Barstow to Encinitas?

The distance between Barstow and Encinitas is 202 miles. The road distance is 159.4 miles.

How do I travel from Barstow to Encinitas without a car?

The best way to get from Barstow to Encinitas without a car is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs $28 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Barstow to Encinitas?

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Barstow to Encinitas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barstow to Encinitas bus from?

Barstow to Encinitas bus services, operated by Victor Valley Transit Authority, depart from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave station.

Train or bus from Barstow to Encinitas?

The best way to get from Barstow to Encinitas is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs $28 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 41m.

Where does the Barstow to Encinitas bus arrive?

Barstow to Encinitas bus services, operated by Victor Valley Transit Authority, arrive at VVTC - Dock 6 station.

Can I drive from Barstow to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between Barstow to Encinitas is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Barstow to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 1032+ hotels available in Encinitas.

Barstow to Encinitas - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Barstow to Encinitas by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or bus (Flixbus, Amtrak)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Barstow Station to Fullerton Amtrak StationSouthwest Chief
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to OceansidePacific Surfliner
6h 52m
$28–103
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave to SB Transit Center15
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to OceansideIE-OC Line
7h 16m
$18–32
Drive 158.5 mi
1. Drive from Barstow to Encinitas158.5 mi
2h 44m
$29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave to VVTC - Dock 615
2. Take the bus from Victorville Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Station
7h 41m

Barstow to Encinitas by train and bus

13Weekly Services

6h 52mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.8 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

What companies run services between Barstow, San Bernardino County, CA, USA and Encinitas, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Barstow Station to Hwy 101 & K St via Fullerton Amtrak Station, Oceanside, and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 in around 6h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave to Hwy 101 & K St via Victorville Bus Stop, Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals, Los Angeles, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr in around 7h 41m.

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