What is the cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Simi Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Simi Valley is to train via Los Angeles which costs $19 - $35 and takes 7h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to Simi Valley?

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Simi Valley is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and Simi Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas station to Simi Valley. However, there are services departing from Encinitas Station Stall 3 and arriving at Cochran Street and First Street via Oceanside, Los Angeles Union Station, North Hollywood Station and Metrolink Chatsworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Simi Valley?

The distance between Encinitas and Simi Valley is 146 miles. The road distance is 138 miles.

How do I travel from Encinitas to Simi Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Simi Valley without a car is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs $30 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Encinitas to Simi Valley?

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Encinitas to Simi Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Simi Valley bus from?

Encinitas to Simi Valley bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Encinitas Station Stall 3.

Train or bus from Encinitas to Simi Valley?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Simi Valley is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs $30 - $45. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and bus and line 10 bus, which costs $23 - $65 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Encinitas to Simi Valley bus arrive?

Encinitas to Simi Valley bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 station.

Can I drive from Encinitas to Simi Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Simi Valley is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Encinitas to Simi Valley.

Where can I stay near Simi Valley?

There are 126+ hotels available in Simi Valley.

Encinitas to Simi Valley - 4 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Encinitas to Simi Valley by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Simi Valley AmtrakPacific Surfliner
6h 54m
$34–45
Train via Los Angeles
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oceanside to L.A. Union StationOC Line
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Simi ValleyVC Line
7h 45m
$20–31
Line 101 bus, bus, line 10 bus
1. Take the bus from Encinitas Station Stall 3 to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8101
2. Take the bus from Oceanside to Los Angeles Union Station
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Los Angeles
4. Take the bus from North Hollywood Station to Chatsworth Station
5. Take the bus from Metrolink Chatsworth to Cochran Street and First Street10
8h 18m
$24–65
Drive 137.2 mi
1. Drive from Encinitas to Simi Valley137.2 mi
2h 24m
$25–37

Encinitas to Simi Valley by bus and train (Amtrak)

35Weekly Services

6h 54mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145.1 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and Simi Valley, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Oceanside to Simi Valley Amtrak 5 times a day. Tickets cost $32–38 and the journey takes 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Encinitas Station Stall 3 to Cochran Street and First Street via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8, Oceanside, Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles, North Hollywood Station, Chatsworth Station, and Metrolink Chatsworth in around 8h 18m.

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