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

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Carson is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Carson is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and Carson?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas station to Carson. However, there are services departing from Encinitas Station Stall 3 and arriving at Harbor Fwy / Carson via Oceanside and Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Carson?

The distance between Encinitas and Carson is 124 miles. The road distance is 88.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Encinitas to Carson without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs $30 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Encinitas to Carson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Carson bus from?

Encinitas to Carson bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Encinitas Station Stall 3.

Train or bus from Encinitas to Carson?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Carson is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs $30 - $45. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and bus, which costs $18 - $55 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Encinitas to Carson bus arrive?

Encinitas to Carson bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 station.

Can I drive from Encinitas to Carson?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Carson is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Encinitas to Carson.

Where can I stay near Carson?

There are 1416+ hotels available in Carson.

Encinitas to Carson - 4 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Encinitas to Carson by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
4h 29m
$34–43
Drive 88.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Encinitas to Carson88.3 mi
1h 33m
$17–24
Line 101 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Encinitas Station Stall 3 to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8101
2. Take the bus from Oceanside to Los Angeles Union Station
3. Take the bus from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza to Harbor Fwy / Carson
4h 53m
$18–52
Line 101 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & K St to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to L.A. Union StationOC Line
4h 59m
$18–27

Encinitas to Carson by bus, train, and subway (Amtrak)

77Weekly Services

4h 29mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 123.4 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and Carson, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angeles every 2 hours. Tickets cost $28–34 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Encinitas Station Stall 3 to Harbor Fwy / Carson via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8, Oceanside, Los Angeles Union Station, and Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza in around 4h 53m.

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