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 $13 - $21 and takes 5h 31m.

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 Painter Avenue and Philadelphia Street via Oceanside, Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza and El Monte Station - Lower Bay 3/4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Whittier?

The distance between Encinitas and Whittier is 88 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 via Oceanside which takes 3h 30m and costs $40 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m 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 North County Transit, depart from Encinitas Station Stall 3.

Train or bus from Encinitas to Whittier?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Whittier is to train via Oceanside which takes 3h 30m and costs $40 - $70. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and bus, which costs $18 - $60 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Encinitas to Whittier bus arrive?

Encinitas to Whittier bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 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 1328+ hotels available in Whittier.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Encinitas to Whittier 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 via Oceanside
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Fullerton Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
3h 30m
$44–68
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 Norwalk / Santa Fe SpringsOC Line
5h 31m
$14–21
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
5h 18m
$18–56
Drive 85.2 mi
1. Drive from Encinitas to Whittier85.2 mi
1h 34m
$16–23
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Fullerton Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
5h 11m
$30–36
Line 101 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & K St to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Los Angeles
3. Take the bus from East L.A. College to Philadelphia/Painter
6h 3m

Encinitas to Whittier by bus

21Weekly Buses

5h 18mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 87 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Oceanside to Fullerton Amtrak Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $19–23 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Metrolink Trains also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Encinitas Station Stall 3 to Painter Avenue and Philadelphia Street via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8, Oceanside, Los Angeles Union Station, Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza, and El Monte Station - Lower Bay 3/4 in around 5h 18m.

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