What is the cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Santa Clarita?

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Santa Clarita is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to Santa Clarita?

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Santa Clarita is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Encinitas and Santa Clarita?

No, there is no direct train from Encinitas station to Santa Clarita. However, there are services departing from Encinitas Station and arriving at Newhall via Solana Beach Amtrak Station and L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Santa Clarita?

The distance between Encinitas and Santa Clarita is 136 miles. The road distance is 127.9 miles.

How do I travel from Encinitas to Santa Clarita without a car?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Santa Clarita without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Encinitas to Santa Clarita?

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Encinitas to Santa Clarita, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Santa Clarita train from?

Encinitas to Santa Clarita train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where does the Encinitas to Santa Clarita train arrive?

Encinitas to Santa Clarita train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Encinitas to Santa Clarita?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Santa Clarita is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Encinitas to Santa Clarita.

Where can I stay near Santa Clarita?

There are 180+ hotels available in Santa Clarita.

Encinitas to Santa Clarita - 4 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Encinitas to Santa Clarita by train (Amtrak), bus, train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Newhalltrain AV Line
5h 11m
$40–52
Drive 127.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Encinitas to Santa Claritacar 127.2 mi
2h 16m
$24–34
Line 101 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Encinitas Station Stall 3 to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the bus from Oceanside to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Newhalltrain
5h 29m
$28–43
Line 101 bus, bus, train via Hwy 101 & K St
1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & K St to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transportation Center to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Newhalltrain
5h 39m
$28–56

Encinitas to Santa Clarita by train and foot

77Weekly Services

5h 11mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Encinitas to Santa Clarita.

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Distance: 135.1 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and Santa Clarita, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Encinitas Station to Newhall via Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Los Angeles, and L.A. Union Station in around 5h 11m.

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