What is the cheapest way to get from Encinitas to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to San Diego is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to San Diego is to drive which takes 30 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Hwy 101 & K St and arriving at 10th Av & Broadway via Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct and Fashion Valley Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Encinitas and San Diego?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Encinitas Station station and arriving at San Diego - Santa Fe Depot. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Encinitas to San Diego?

The distance between Encinitas and San Diego is 30 miles. The road distance is 25.6 miles.

How do I travel from Encinitas to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Encinitas to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs $2 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Encinitas to San Diego?

The train from Encinitas Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depot takes 42 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to San Diego bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Encinitas to San Diego train from?

Encinitas to San Diego train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Encinitas Station.

Train or bus from Encinitas to San Diego?

The best way to get from Encinitas to San Diego is to train which takes 42 min and costs $2 - $7. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and line 41 bus, which costs $6 - $15 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Encinitas to San Diego bus arrive?

Encinitas to San Diego bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at UTC Transit Center station.

Where does the Encinitas to San Diego train arrive?

Encinitas to San Diego train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at San Diego - Santa Fe Depot station.

Can I drive from Encinitas to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to San Diego is 26 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Encinitas to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2115+ hotels available in San Diego.

Encinitas to San Diego - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 101 bus

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Encinitas Station to San Diego - Santa Fe DepotCoaster
42 min
$2–7
Line 101 bus, line 41 bus
1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & K St to UTC Transit Center101
2. Take the bus from Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct to Fashion Valley Transit Center41
2h 15m
$6–15
Drive 25.5 mi
1. Drive from Encinitas to San Diego25.5 mi
30 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Encinitas to San Diego25.5 mi
30 min
$85–110

Encinitas to San Diego by train

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42 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 29.7 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

North County Transit operates a train from Encinitas Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depot hourly. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hwy 101 & K St to 10th Av & Broadway via UTC Transit Center, Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct, and Fashion Valley Transit Center in around 2h 15m.

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