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 to Costa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Hwy 101 & K St and arriving at 19Th-Harbor via Solana Beach Amtrak Station, The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 1 and Flower-6Th. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

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 $55 - $80.

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 Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

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 $55 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 55 bus, which costs and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Encinitas to Costa Mesa bus arrive?

Encinitas to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Ana 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 1368+ 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 (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 AnaPacific Surfliner
2h 14m
$56–80
Drive 59.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Encinitas to Costa Mesa59.7 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 8101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Santa Ana
3. Take the bus from Flower-6Th to 19Th-Harbor55
4h 21m
$16–27
Bus, line 55 bus
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Santa AnaAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Flower-6Th to 19Th-Harbor55
4h 26m

Encinitas to Costa Mesa by bus and train

119Weekly Services

4h 21mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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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 $16–18 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Metrolink Trains also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hwy 101 & K St to 19Th-Harbor via Hwy 101 & Plaza St, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Santa Ana, The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 1, and Flower-6Th in around 4h 26m.

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