What is the cheapest way to get from Encinitas to La Jolla?

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to La Jolla is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to La Jolla?

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to La Jolla is to train and taxi which takes 24 min and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and La Jolla?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas to La Jolla. However, there are services departing from Hwy 101 & K St and arriving at Silverado St & Herschel Av via Gilman Dr & Mandeville Ln. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Encinitas to La Jolla?

The distance between Encinitas and La Jolla is 18 miles. The road distance is 15.7 miles.

How do I travel from Encinitas to La Jolla without a car?

The best way to get from Encinitas to La Jolla without a car is to train and taxi which takes 24 min and costs $26 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Encinitas to La Jolla?

It takes approximately 24 min to get from Encinitas to La Jolla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to La Jolla bus from?

Encinitas to La Jolla bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Hwy 101 & K St station.

Where does the Encinitas to La Jolla bus arrive?

Encinitas to La Jolla bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Gilman Dr & Myers Dr station.

Can I drive from Encinitas to La Jolla?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to La Jolla is 16 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Encinitas to La Jolla.

Where can I stay near La Jolla?

There are 2008+ hotels available in La Jolla.

Encinitas to La Jolla - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, and line 101 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Encinitas to La Jolla by train, taxi, bus, 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, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Encinitas Station to Sorrento Valley StationCoaster
2. Take the taxi from Sorrento Valley Station to La Jolla
24 min
$26–36
Drive 15.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Encinitas to La Jolla15.6 mi
25 min
$3–5
Line 101 bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & K St to Gilman Dr & Myers Dr101
2. Take the bus from Gilman Dr & Mandeville Ln to Silverado St & Herschel Av30
1h 23m
$4–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Encinitas to La Jolla15.6 mi
25 min
$55–65

Encinitas to La Jolla by bus

208Weekly Buses

1h 23mAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 17.5 mi
Duration: 24 min

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and La Jolla, San Diego County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Hwy 101 & K St to Silverado St & Herschel Av via Gilman Dr & Myers Dr and Gilman Dr & Mandeville Ln in around 1h 23m.

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