What is the cheapest way to get from California to Vista?

The cheapest way to get from California to Vista is to drive which costs $16 - $25 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from California to Vista?

The fastest way to get from California to Vista is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between California and Vista?

No, there is no direct bus from California to Vista. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Vista Transit Center Stall 5 via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from California to Vista?

The distance between California and Vista is 101 miles. The road distance is 92.5 miles.

How do I travel from California to Vista without a car?

The best way to get from California to Vista without a car is to train and line 303 bus which takes 3h 4m and costs $30 - $40.

How long does it take to get from California to Vista?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from California to Vista, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Vista bus from?

California to Vista bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Where does the California to Vista bus arrive?

California to Vista bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from California to Vista?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Vista is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from California to Vista.

Where can I stay near Vista?

There are 1070+ hotels available in Vista.

California to Vista - 4 ways to travel via train, line 303 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from California to Vista by train, bus, bus (Amtrak), 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, line 303 bus
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 to Vista Transit Center Stall 5bus 303 / ...
3h 4m
$31–36
Train, line 303 bus via L.A. Union Station
cheapest
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Oceansidetrain OC Line
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 to Vista Transit Center Stall 5bus 303 / ...
3h 8m
$16–23
Bus, line 303 bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Oceansidebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 to Vista Transit Center Stall 5bus 303 / ...
3h 25m
Drive 91.9 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Vistacar 91.9 mi
1h 37m
$17–25

California to Vista by train and bus

77Weekly Services

3h 4mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from California to Vista.

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Distance: 100.2 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between California, USA and Vista, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Los Angeles to Vista Transit Center Stall 5 via Oceanside and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 in around 3h 25m.

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