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

The cheapest way to get from El Centro to Encinitas is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from El Centro to Encinitas is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between El Centro and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from El Centro to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from El Centro and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via C. José Azueta y Blvr. López Mateos, Mexicali, San Ysidro Bus Terminal and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from El Centro to Encinitas?

The distance between El Centro and Encinitas is 170 miles. The road distance is 128.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Centro to Encinitas without a car is to bus and tram and train which takes 7h 5m and costs $24 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from El Centro to Encinitas, including transfers.

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

El Centro to Encinitas bus services, operated by Autobuses ABC, depart from Mexicali station.

Where does the El Centro to Encinitas bus arrive?

El Centro to Encinitas bus services, operated by Autobuses ABC, arrive at Tijuana station.

Can I drive from El Centro to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between El Centro to Encinitas is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from El Centro to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 1061+ hotels available in Encinitas.

El Centro to Encinitas - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, and car

There are 3 ways to get from El Centro to Encinitas by bus, tram, train, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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

Bus, tram, train
best
1. Take the bus from Mexicali to Tijuanabus
2. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to Old Town Stationtram
3. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Encinitas Stationtrain
7h 5m
$24–57
Drive 127.9 mi
1. Drive from El Centro to Encinitascar 127.9 mi
2h 11m
$24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mexicali to Tijuanabus
2. Take the bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0831
8h 6m
$29–59

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Map of how to get from El Centro to Encinitas.

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Distance: 168.5 mi
Duration: 7h 5m

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

You can take a bus from El Centro to Hwy 101 & K St via Calexico Bus Station, C. José Azueta y Blvr. López Mateos, Central de Autobuses de Mexicali, Mexicali, Tijuana, San Ysidro Bus Terminal, Oceanside Transportation Center, and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 in around 8h 6m.

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