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 Bus Stop and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Old Town Transit Center and Gilman Dr & Myers Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from El Centro to Encinitas?

The distance between El Centro and Encinitas is 143 miles. The road distance is 128.5 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 4h 7m and costs $30 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m 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 Greyhound USA, depart from El Centro Bus Stop station.

Where does the El Centro to Encinitas bus arrive?

El Centro to Encinitas bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from El Centro to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between El Centro to Encinitas is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from El Centro to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 1065+ 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)

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 El Centro Bus Stop to El Cajon Transit Center
2. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Old Town Station
3. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Encinitas Station
4h 7m
$34–81
Drive 127.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from El Centro to Encinitas127.8 mi
2h 11m
$24–34
Bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to San Diego Greyhound Bus StopGreyhound US0851
2. Take the bus from Old Town Transit Center to Gilman Dr & Myers Dr30
4h 48m
$35–72

El Centro to Encinitas by bus, tram, and train

5Weekly Services

4h 7mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from El Centro to Encinitas.

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Distance: 142.3 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Hwy 101 & K St via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Old Town Transit Center, and Gilman Dr & Myers Dr in around 4h 48m.

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