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 Simi Town Center EB via 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA, Los Angeles Airport, CA, Premium Outlets Promenade and Camarillo station. 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 - $40.

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 LAX LINQ, depart from 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA station.

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 - $40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $170 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Encinitas to Simi Valley bus arrive?

Encinitas to Simi Valley bus services, operated by LAX LINQ, arrive at LAX Terminal B Upper Level dropoff 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 156+ hotels available in Simi Valley.

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

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

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 Oceanside to Simi Valley AmtrakPacific Surfliner
6h 54m
$34–40
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
Bus
1. Take the bus from 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA to LAX Terminal B Upper Level dropoffLax Linq
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Camarillo
8h 18m
$106–166
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 $32–33 and the journey takes 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Encinitas Station Stall 3 to Simi Town Center EB via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8, 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA, Los Angeles Airport, CA, Camarillo, Premium Outlets Promenade, Metrolink, and Camarillo station in around 8h 18m.

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