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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Encinitas is to fly and train which costs $160 - $290 and takes 8h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Encinitas is to fly and train which takes 8h 52m and costs $160 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from Detroit, MI and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Indianapolis Union Station, St Louis Bus Station, Los Angeles and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 6h.

How far is it from Detroit to Encinitas?

The distance between Detroit and Encinitas is 1986 miles. The road distance is 2336.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Encinitas without a car is to train which takes 2 days 3h and costs $220 - $550.

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

It takes approximately 9h to get from Detroit to Encinitas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Encinitas bus from?

Detroit to Encinitas bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Detroit, MI station.

Train, bus or fly from Detroit to Encinitas?

The best way to get from Detroit to Encinitas is to fly which takes 9h and costs $120 - $470. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $220 - $550 and takes 2 days 3h, you could also bus, which costs and takes 2 days 6h.

Where does the Detroit to Encinitas bus arrive?

Detroit to Encinitas bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Indianapolis, IN station.

What is the time difference between Detroit and Encinitas?

Encinitas is 3h behind Detroit. It is currently 12:06 PM in Detroit and 9:06 AM in Encinitas.

Can I drive from Detroit to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Encinitas is 2337 miles. It takes approximately 36h 30m to drive from Detroit to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 972+ hotels available in Encinitas.

Detroit to Encinitas - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Detroit to Encinitas by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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

Fly to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport
best
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)DTW - CLD
9h
$127–462
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Fullerton Amtrak Station
3. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Solana Beach Amtrak Station
2d 3h
$223–520
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit, MI to Indianapolis, IN
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to St Louis Bus Station
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Station
4. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Station
2d 6h
Drive 2,323 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Encinitas2,323 mi
36h 30m
$424–613
Fly to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)DTW - SAN
2. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Encinitas Station
8h 52m
$164–289
Fly to Los Angeles International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)DTW - LAX
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup to 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA
10h 40m
$159–392

Detroit to Encinitas by train and bus (Amtrak)

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2d 3hAverage Duration

$223Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,974.2 mi
Duration: 9h

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Encinitas, CA, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and four other airlines fly from Detroit (DTW) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Detroit to Hwy 101 & Cliff St via Chicago Union Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr in around 2d 3h.

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