What is the cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Indian Wells?

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Indian Wells is to drive which costs $18 - $28 and takes 2h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to Indian Wells?

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Indian Wells is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $18 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and Indian Wells?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas to Indian Wells. However, there are services departing from Hwy 101 & K St and arriving at Hwy 111 at El Dorado via Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station and Town Center & Hahn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Indian Wells?

The distance between Encinitas and Indian Wells is 193 miles. The road distance is 104.4 miles.

How do I travel from Encinitas to Indian Wells without a car?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Indian Wells without a car is to train and bus via San Bernardino which takes 6h 44m and costs $70 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Encinitas to Indian Wells?

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Encinitas to Indian Wells, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Indian Wells bus from?

Encinitas to Indian Wells bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where does the Encinitas to Indian Wells bus arrive?

Encinitas to Indian Wells bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Encinitas to Indian Wells?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Indian Wells is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Encinitas to Indian Wells.

Where can I stay near Indian Wells?

There are 2541+ hotels available in Indian Wells.

Encinitas to Indian Wells - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Encinitas to Indian Wells by train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train, bus via San Bernardino
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to San Bernardino - DowntownIE-OC Line
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino, CA to Indio, CALa
6h 44m
$72–100
Drive 103.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Encinitas to Indian Wells103.8 mi
2h 16m
$19–28
Train, bus
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 19m
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 38m
Train, bus via Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy
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
8h 49m
$20–28

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Distance: 191.5 mi
Duration: 6h 44m

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and Indian Wells, Riverside County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Hwy 101 & K St to Hwy 111 at El Dorado via Hwy 101 & Plaza St, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop, and Town Center & Hahn in around 7h 38m.

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