What is the cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Universal City?

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Universal City is to line 101 bus and train which costs $17 - $25 and takes 4h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to Universal City?

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Universal City is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct train between Encinitas and Universal City?

No, there is no direct train from Encinitas station to Universal City station. However, there are services departing from Encinitas Station and arriving at Universal / Studio City Station via Solana Beach Amtrak Station and Union Station - Metro B & D Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Universal City?

The distance between Encinitas and Universal City is 119 miles. The road distance is 105.8 miles.

How do I travel from Encinitas to Universal City without a car?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Universal City without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs $30 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Encinitas to Universal City?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Encinitas to Universal City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Universal City train from?

Encinitas to Universal City train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Encinitas to Universal City?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Universal City is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs $30 - $45. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and bus, which costs $20 - $55 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Encinitas to Universal City train arrive?

Encinitas to Universal City train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Encinitas to Universal City?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Universal City is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Encinitas to Universal City.

Where can I stay near Universal City?

There are 2051+ hotels available in Universal City.

Encinitas to Universal City - 4 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Encinitas to Universal City by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, bus, 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 Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
3h 58m
$34–42
Line 101 bus, train
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 StationOC Line
4h 33m
$18–25
Line 101 bus, 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 StationTijuana
4h 21m
$20–52
Drive 105.1 mi
1. Drive from Encinitas to Universal City105.1 mi
1h 53m
$20–28

Encinitas to Universal City by train and subway (Amtrak)

77Weekly Services

3h 58mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 117.9 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and Universal City, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angeles every 2 hours. Tickets cost $29–34 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Encinitas Station Stall 3 to Universal / Studio City Station via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8, Oceanside, Los Angeles Union Station, and Union Station - Metro B & D Lines in around 4h 21m.

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