What is the cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Whittier?

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Whittier is to line 101 bus and train which costs $12 - $20 and takes 5h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to Whittier?

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Whittier is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and Whittier?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas station to Whittier. However, there are services departing from Encinitas Station Stall 3 and arriving at Philadelphia/Painter via Oceanside Transportation Center, Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion and East L.A. College. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Whittier?

The distance between Encinitas and Whittier is 96 miles. The road distance is 85.7 miles.

How do I travel from Encinitas to Whittier without a car?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Whittier without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs $55 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Encinitas to Whittier?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Encinitas to Whittier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Whittier bus from?

Encinitas to Whittier bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Oceanside Transportation Center station.

Train or bus from Encinitas to Whittier?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Whittier is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs $55 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15 - $29 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Encinitas to Whittier bus arrive?

Encinitas to Whittier bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Downtown station.

Can I drive from Encinitas to Whittier?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Whittier is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Encinitas to Whittier.

Where can I stay near Whittier?

There are 1372+ hotels available in Whittier.

Encinitas to Whittier - 6 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, car, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Encinitas to Whittier by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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 Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 56m
$56–94
Line 101 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & K St to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Norwalk / Santa Fe Springstrain OC Line
5h 26m
$12–20
Drive 85.2 mi
1. Drive from Encinitas to Whittiercar 85.2 mi
1h 34m
$16–23
Train via Norwalk Boulevard and Beverly Boulevard- (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 17m
$32–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oceanside Transportation Center to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2017
2. Take the bus from East L.A. College to Philadelphia/Painterbus 10 Whittier Blvd
5h 50m
$16–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from East L.A. College to Philadelphia/Painterbus 10 Whittier Blvd
5h 52m
$30–64

Encinitas to Whittier by bus and train

23Weekly Services

5h 26mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 94.9 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and Whittier, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Fullerton Amtrak Station hourly. Tickets cost $23–50 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Encinitas Station Stall 3 to Philadelphia/Painter via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8, Oceanside Transportation Center, Los Angeles Downtown, Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion, Atlantic / Floral, and East L.A. College in around 5h 50m.

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