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

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to Encinitas is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from El Monte to Encinitas is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between El Monte and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from El Monte to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from Santa Anita / Ramona and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Los Angeles and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from El Monte to Encinitas?

The distance between El Monte and Encinitas is 114 miles. The road distance is 94.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Monte to Encinitas without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs $35 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from El Monte to Encinitas, including transfers.

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

El Monte to Encinitas bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Santa Anita / Ramona station.

Train or bus from El Monte to Encinitas?

The best way to get from El Monte to Encinitas is to train which takes 4h and costs $35 - $45. Alternatively, you can line 76 bus and bus, which costs and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the El Monte to Encinitas bus arrive?

El Monte to Encinitas bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Alameda / Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from El Monte to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to Encinitas is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from El Monte to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 1039+ hotels available in Encinitas.

El Monte to Encinitas - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 76 bus

There are 5 ways to get from El Monte to Encinitas by train (Amtrak), bus, train, bus (Amtrak), or car

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
4h
$35–44
Line 70 bus, train, line 101 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Anita / Amador to Cesar E Chavez / Vignes70
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Oceanside
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & K St101
5h 18m
$17–25
Line 76 bus, train, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Anita / Ramona to Alameda / Los Angeles76
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceanside
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & K St101
5h 12m
$30–37
Line 76 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Anita / Ramona to Alameda / Los Angeles76
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 14m
Drive 93.5 mi
1. Drive from El Monte to Encinitas93.5 mi
1h 41m
$18–25

El Monte to Encinitas by train, foot, and bus (Amtrak)

77Weekly Services

4hAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.6 mi
Duration: 4h

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $28–33 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Anita / Ramona to Hwy 101 & K St via Alameda / Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr in around 5h 14m.

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