What is the cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Thousand Oaks?

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Thousand Oaks is to line 101 bus and train and subway and bus and line 161 bus which costs $19 - $28 and takes 7h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to Thousand Oaks?

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Thousand Oaks is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and Thousand Oaks?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas station to Thousand Oaks. However, there are services departing from Encinitas Station Stall 3 and arriving at Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rd via Oceanside, Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza W and Figueroa St & 12th St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Thousand Oaks?

The distance between Encinitas and Thousand Oaks is 163 miles. The road distance is 135.8 miles.

How do I travel from Encinitas to Thousand Oaks without a car?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Thousand Oaks without a car is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs $35 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Encinitas to Thousand Oaks?

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Encinitas to Thousand Oaks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Thousand Oaks bus from?

Encinitas to Thousand Oaks bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Oceanside station.

Train or bus from Encinitas to Thousand Oaks?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Thousand Oaks is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs $35 - $50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22 - $60 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Encinitas to Thousand Oaks bus arrive?

Encinitas to Thousand Oaks bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Encinitas to Thousand Oaks?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Thousand Oaks is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Encinitas to Thousand Oaks.

Where can I stay near Thousand Oaks?

There are 195+ hotels available in Thousand Oaks.

Encinitas to Thousand Oaks - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Encinitas to Thousand Oaks by train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, bus (Greyhound), or subway

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 Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Moorpark AmtrakPacific Surfliner
6h 13m
$40–48
Line 101 bus, train, subway, bus, line 161 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & K St to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to L.A. Union Station
3. Take the subway from Union Station - Metro B & D Lines to North Hollywood Station
4. Take the bus from North Hollywood Station to Canoga Station
5. Take the bus from Canoga Station to Thousand Oaks / Skyline161
7h 23m
$20–28
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Figueroa St & 12th St to Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rd422
6h 55m
$34–41
Drive 135 mi
1. Drive from Encinitas to Thousand Oaks135 mi
2h 23m
$25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oceanside to Los Angeles Union StationTijuana
2. Take the bus from Figueroa St & 12th St to Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rd422
6h 57m
$22–60

Encinitas to Thousand Oaks by train and bus (Amtrak)

35Weekly Services

6h 13mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.2 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Moorpark Amtrak 5 times a day. Tickets cost $36–37 and the journey takes 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Encinitas Station Stall 3 to Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rd via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8, Oceanside, Los Angeles Union Station, Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza W, Flower St and 12th St, and Figueroa St & 12th St in around 6h 57m.

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