What is the cheapest way to get from Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore?

The cheapest way to get from Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore?

The fastest way to get from Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Chula Vista and Lake Elsinore?

No, there is no direct bus from Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore. However, there are services departing from E St & 4th Av and arriving at Hwy 74 + Cambern via San Diego, Artic - Dock 5, Katella + Harbor, Galleria @ Tyler EB and Perris Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore?

The distance between Chula Vista and Lake Elsinore is 176 miles. The road distance is 81.1 miles.

How do I travel from Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore without a car?

The best way to get from Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore without a car is to train which takes 7h 22m and costs $40 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore?

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore bus from?

Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from E St & 4th Av station.

Train or bus from Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore?

The best way to get from Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore is to train which takes 7h 22m and costs $40 - $50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 22 bus, which costs $30 - $150 and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore bus arrive?

Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at 12th & Imperial Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore?

Yes, the driving distance between Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore.

Where can I stay near Lake Elsinore?

There are 81+ hotels available in Lake Elsinore.

Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 22 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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 San Diego to Fullerton Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Fullerton to Perris - Downtown91-PV Line
7h 22m
$40–50
Drive 80.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore80.6 mi
1h 22m
$15–22
Bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego to San Bernardino Downtown Transit CenterFlixBus 2015 / ...
2. Take the bus from Vine St. Mobility Hub to Perris Transit Center22
8h 29m
$30–150
Line 929 bus, bus, line 27 bus, line 9 bus
1. Take the bus from E St & 4th Av to 12th & Imperial Transit Center929
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Anaheim
3. Take the bus from Katella + Harbor to Galleria @ Tyler EB200
4. Take the bus from Galleria @ Tyler EB to Perris Transit Center27
5. Take the bus from Perris Transit Center to Hwy 74 + Cambern9
9h 45m
$24–66

Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore by tram, train, and bus

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7h 22mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Chula Vista to Lake Elsinore.

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Distance: 174.7 mi
Duration: 7h 22m

What companies run services between Chula Vista, CA, USA and Lake Elsinore, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from E Street Station to Hwy 74 + El Toro Cut Off via America Plaza Station, San Diego, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Fullerton, Perris - Downtown, and Perris Transit Center in around 7h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from E Street Station to Hwy 74 + Cambern via UCSD Health La Jolla Station, San Diego, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, San Bernardino Transit Center, Vine Street Mobility Hub, Vine St. Mobility Hub, and Perris Transit Center in around 8h 29m.

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