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

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Idyllwild is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Idyllwild is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs $15 - $23.

How far is it from Encinitas to Idyllwild?

The distance between Encinitas and Idyllwild is 184 miles. The road distance is 87.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Encinitas to Idyllwild without a car is to train and bus and taxi which takes 5h 56m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Encinitas to Idyllwild, including transfers.

Can I drive from Encinitas to Idyllwild?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Idyllwild is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Encinitas to Idyllwild.

Where can I stay near Idyllwild?

There are 1189+ hotels available in Idyllwild.

Encinitas to Idyllwild - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Encinitas to Idyllwild by train, bus, taxi, or car

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, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Fullerton Amtrak Station
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Cabazon Amtrak Bus Stop
3. Take the taxi from Cabazon Amtrak Bus Stop to Idyllwild
5h 56m
Drive 86.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Encinitas to Idyllwild86.9 mi
1h 49m
$16–23
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Fullerton Amtrak Station
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Cabazon Amtrak Bus Stop
3. Take the taxi from Cabazon Amtrak Bus Stop to Idyllwild
6h 29m
Train, line 22 bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Riverside - Downtown
2. Take the bus from Vine St. Mobility Hub to Perris Transit Center22
3. Take the bus from Perris Transit Center to Grant + Florida28
8h 10m
$78–105

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 183.1 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

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

There is no direct connection from Encinitas to Idyllwild. However, you can take the line 101 bus to Hwy 101 & Plaza St, walk to Solana Beach Amtrak Station, take the train to Fullerton Amtrak Station, walk to Fullerton Amtrak Station, take the bus to Cabazon Amtrak Bus Stop, then take the taxi to Idyllwild. Alternatively, you can drive from Encinitas to Idyllwild in around 1h 49m.

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