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 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 13m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Whittier?

The distance between Encinitas and Whittier is 95 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 58m and costs $50 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m 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 which takes 3h 58m and costs $50 - $90. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and bus and line 7 bus, which costs and takes 5h 13m.

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 1346+ hotels available in Whittier.

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

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 (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 58m
$54–90
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
Line 101 bus, bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Encinitas Station Stall 3 to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the bus from Oceanside to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza to El Monte Station - Upper Levelbus
4. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Lower Bay 3/4 to Painter Avenue and Philadelphia Streetbus 7
5h 13m
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 19m
$30–59
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 58m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Encinitas to Whittier.

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Distance: 94.9 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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 every 2 hours. Tickets cost $21–45 and the journey takes 1h 37m. 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 13m.

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