What is the cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Dana Point?

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Dana Point is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to Dana Point?

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Dana Point is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $7 - $11.

How far is it from Encinitas to Dana Point?

The distance between Encinitas and Dana Point is 44 miles. The road distance is 41 miles.

How do I travel from Encinitas to Dana Point without a car?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Dana Point without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs $11 - $25.

How long does it take to get from Encinitas to Dana Point?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Encinitas to Dana Point, including transfers.

Can I drive from Encinitas to Dana Point?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Dana Point is 41 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Encinitas to Dana Point.

Where can I stay near Dana Point?

There are 254+ hotels available in Dana Point.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Encinitas to Dana Point by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or taxi

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 Encinitas Station to Oceanside Transit Center Platform 3Coaster
2. Take the train from Oceanside to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
2h 5m
$12–24
Drive 40.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Encinitas to Dana Point40.8 mi
45 min
$8–11
Line 101 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Encinitas Station Stall 3 to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
2h 41m
$12–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Encinitas to Dana Point40.8 mi
45 min
$130–170

Encinitas to Dana Point by train and bus

96Weekly Services

2h 5mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 43.4 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and Dana Point, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Encinitas Station to Del Obispo-Stonehill via Oceanside Transit Center Platform 3, Oceanside, San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station, and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission in around 2h 5m.

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