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How to get fromEncinitas to Pismo Beachby train (Amtrak), car, train or plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Encinitas to Pismo Beach by train (Amtrak), car, train, or plane

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  1. Train (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Grover Beach Amtraktrain train Pacific Surfliner
    8h 37m
    $82–178

  2. Drive 271.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Encinitas to Pismo Beachcar car 271.7 mi
    4h 53m
    $50–72

  3. Train, fly

    1. Take the train from Encinitas Station to San Diego - Old Towntrain train
    2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)plane plane SAN - SBP
    5h 44m
    $54–372

San Diego International Airport (SAN) to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) flights

Calendar14Weekly Planes
Duration1h 20mAverage Duration
Ticket$51Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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 $70–160 and the journey takes 7h 28m.

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