What is the cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Encinitas?

The cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Encinitas is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from El Cajon to Encinitas?

The fastest way to get from El Cajon to Encinitas is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between El Cajon and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from El Cajon to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Transit Center and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Old Town Transit Center and Gilman Dr & Myers Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

Is there a direct train between El Cajon and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct train from El Cajon station to Encinitas station. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Station and arriving at Encinitas Station via San Diego - Old Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from El Cajon to Encinitas?

The distance between El Cajon and Encinitas is 43 miles. The road distance is 32.1 miles.

How do I travel from El Cajon to Encinitas without a car?

The best way to get from El Cajon to Encinitas without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 8m and costs $4 - $22.

How long does it take to get from El Cajon to Encinitas?

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from El Cajon to Encinitas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Encinitas bus from?

El Cajon to Encinitas bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Old Town Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Encinitas train from?

El Cajon to Encinitas train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from El Cajon Station.

Where does the El Cajon to Encinitas bus arrive?

El Cajon to Encinitas bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Gilman Dr & Myers Dr station.

Where does the El Cajon to Encinitas train arrive?

El Cajon to Encinitas train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Old Town Station.

Can I drive from El Cajon to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cajon to Encinitas is 32 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from El Cajon to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 972+ hotels available in Encinitas.

El Cajon to Encinitas - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 30 bus

There are 4 ways to get from El Cajon to Encinitas by tram, train, bus, 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.

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Old Town StationGreen
2. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Encinitas StationCoaster
2h 8m
$4–22
Line 30 bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Old Town Transit Center to Gilman Dr & Myers Dr30
2. Take the bus from Gilman Dr & Myers Dr to Hwy 101 & K St101
2h 48m
$25–57
Drive 31.9 mi
1. Drive from El Cajon to Encinitas31.9 mi
37 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from El Cajon to Encinitas31.9 mi
37 min
$100–130

El Cajon to Encinitas by tram and train

96Weekly Services

2h 8mAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 42.3 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

What companies run services between El Cajon, CA, USA and Encinitas, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Hwy 101 & K St via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Old Town Transit Center, and Gilman Dr & Myers Dr in around 2h 48m.

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