What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego is to drive which takes 27 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff-by-the-Sea and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr and arriving at 10th Av & Broadway via Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct and Fashion Valley Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego?

The distance between Cardiff-by-the-Sea and San Diego is 28 miles. The road distance is 24.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs $4 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego bus from?

Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr station.

Train or bus from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego?

The best way to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs $4 - $12. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and line 41 bus, which costs $6 - $15 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego bus arrive?

Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at UTC Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego is 25 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2115+ hotels available in San Diego.

Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 101 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego by train, bus, tram, car, or taxi

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 Solana Beach Station to San Diego - Santa Fe DepotCoaster
1h 34m
$4–12
Line 101 bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr to UTC Transit Center101
2. Take the tram from UTC Station to Civic Center StationBlue
1h 43m
$4–20
Drive 24.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego24.5 mi
27 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego24.5 mi
27 min
$80–100
Line 101 bus, line 41 bus
1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr to UTC Transit Center101
2. Take the bus from Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct to Fashion Valley Transit Center41
2h 10m
$6–15

Cardiff-by-the-Sea to San Diego by bus and train

96Weekly Services

1h 34mAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 27.9 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

North County Transit operates a train from Solana Beach Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depot hourly. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr to 10th Av & Broadway via UTC Transit Center, Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct, and Fashion Valley Transit Center in around 2h 10m.

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