What is the cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Cathedral City?

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Cathedral City is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to Cathedral City?

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Cathedral City is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and Cathedral City?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas to Cathedral City. However, there are services departing from Hwy 101 & K St and arriving at B St at Buddy Rogers via Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station and Town Center & Hahn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Cathedral City?

The distance between Encinitas and Cathedral City is 187 miles. The road distance is 107.3 miles.

How do I travel from Encinitas to Cathedral City without a car?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Cathedral City without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 20m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Encinitas to Cathedral City?

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Encinitas to Cathedral City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Cathedral City bus from?

Encinitas to Cathedral City bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where does the Encinitas to Cathedral City bus arrive?

Encinitas to Cathedral City bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Encinitas to Cathedral City?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Cathedral City is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Encinitas to Cathedral City.

Where can I stay near Cathedral City?

There are 2430+ hotels available in Cathedral City.

Encinitas to Cathedral City - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Fullerton Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 20m
Drive 106.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Encinitas to Cathedral City106.7 mi
2h 20m
$20–29
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Fullerton Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 39m
Train, bus via San Bernardino
1. Take the train from Oceanside to San Bernardino - DowntownIE-OC Line
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy10
9h 41m
$20–29

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 185.7 mi
Duration: 7h 20m

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and Cathedral City, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Hwy 101 & K St to B St at Buddy Rogers via Hwy 101 & Plaza St, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop, and Town Center & Hahn in around 7h 39m.

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