What is the cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Pismo Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Pismo Beach is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 4h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to Pismo Beach?

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Pismo Beach is to drive which takes 4h 53m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and Pismo Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas station to Pismo Beach. However, there are services departing from Encinitas Station Stall 3 and arriving at James Way & Highland via Oceanside, Los Angeles Union Station and Cypress & Nicholson. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Pismo Beach?

The distance between Encinitas and Pismo Beach is 318 miles. The road distance is 273.3 miles.

How do I travel from Encinitas to Pismo Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Pismo Beach without a car is to train which takes 8h 37m and costs $65 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Encinitas to Pismo Beach?

It takes approximately 8h 37m to get from Encinitas to Pismo Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Pismo Beach bus from?

Encinitas to Pismo Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Oceanside station.

Train or bus from Encinitas to Pismo Beach?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Pismo Beach is to train which takes 8h 37m and costs $65 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $110 and takes 9h 39m.

Where does the Encinitas to Pismo Beach bus arrive?

Encinitas to Pismo Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Encinitas to Pismo Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Pismo Beach is 273 miles. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Encinitas to Pismo Beach.

Where can I stay near Pismo Beach?

There are 205+ hotels available in Pismo Beach.

Encinitas to Pismo Beach - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Encinitas to Pismo Beach by train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Grover Beach Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
8h 37m
$66–104
Drive 271.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Encinitas to Pismo Beachcar 271.7 mi
4h 53m
$50–72
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Mariabus FlixBus 2005
9h 26m
$72–96
Train, fly to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport
1. Take the train from Encinitas Station to San Diego - Old Towntrain
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)plane SAN - SBP
5h 49m
$64–412
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oceanside to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Tijuana
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Mariabus FlixBus 2005
9h 39m
$60–108
Train, fly to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Encinitas Station to San Diego - Old Towntrain
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane SAN - SBA
3. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stopbus
7h 17m
$78–422

Encinitas to Pismo Beach by bus, train, and foot

1Weekly Services

9h 26mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 316.2 mi
Duration: 8h 37m

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and Pismo Beach, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Grover Beach Amtrak twice daily. Tickets cost $55–85 and the journey takes 7h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Encinitas Station Stall 3 to James Way & Highland via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8, Oceanside, Los Angeles Union Station, Santa Maria, and Cypress & Nicholson in around 9h 39m.

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