What is the cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Costa Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Costa Mesa is to drive which costs $10 - $16 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to Costa Mesa?

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Costa Mesa is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas station to Costa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Encinitas Station Stall 3 and arriving at 19Th-Harbor via Oceanside, The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 1 and Flower-6Th. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Costa Mesa?

The distance between Encinitas and Costa Mesa is 73 miles. The road distance is 60 miles.

How do I travel from Encinitas to Costa Mesa without a car?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Costa Mesa without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs $45 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Encinitas to Costa Mesa?

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Encinitas to Costa Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Costa Mesa bus from?

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

Train or bus from Encinitas to Costa Mesa?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Costa Mesa is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs $45 - $70. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and bus and line 55 bus, which costs $14 - $35 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Encinitas to Costa Mesa bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Encinitas to Costa Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Costa Mesa is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Encinitas to Costa Mesa.

Where can I stay near Costa Mesa?

There are 1381+ hotels available in Costa Mesa.

Encinitas to Costa Mesa - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 101 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Encinitas to Costa Mesa by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound, 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
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 14m
$46–70
Drive 59.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Encinitas to Costa Mesacar 59.7 mi
1h 15m
$11–16
Line 101 bus, train, line 55 bus
1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & K St to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Santa Anatrain
3. Take the bus from Flower-6Th to 19Th-Harborbus 55
4h 16m
$16–22
Line 101 bus, bus, line 55 bus
1. Take the bus from Encinitas Station Stall 3 to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the bus from Oceanside to Santa Anabus
3. Take the bus from Flower-6Th to 19Th-Harborbus 55
4h 21m
$14–35

Encinitas to Costa Mesa by bus and train

119Weekly Services

4h 16mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Encinitas to Costa Mesa.

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Distance: 72.1 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and Costa Mesa, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Oceanside to Santa Ana every 2 hours. Tickets cost $11–26 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Metrolink Trains also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Encinitas Station Stall 3 to 19Th-Harbor via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8, Oceanside, Santa Ana, The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 1, and Flower-6Th in around 4h 21m.

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