What is the cheapest way to get from Escondido to Simi Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Escondido to Simi Valley is to train via Los Angeles which costs $19 - $35 and takes 7h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Escondido to Simi Valley?

The fastest way to get from Escondido to Simi Valley is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Escondido and Simi Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Escondido to Simi Valley. However, there are services departing from Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 and arriving at Cochran Street and First Street via Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, 9th St & Hope St and Metrolink Chatsworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.

How far is it from Escondido to Simi Valley?

The distance between Escondido and Simi Valley is 154 miles. The road distance is 145.3 miles.

How do I travel from Escondido to Simi Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Escondido to Simi Valley without a car is to train which takes 6h 51m and costs $30 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Escondido to Simi Valley?

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Escondido to Simi Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Escondido to Simi Valley bus from?

Escondido to Simi Valley bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Escondido to Simi Valley?

The best way to get from Escondido to Simi Valley is to train which takes 6h 51m and costs $30 - $45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 39m.

Where does the Escondido to Simi Valley bus arrive?

Escondido to Simi Valley bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Escondido to Simi Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Escondido to Simi Valley is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Escondido to Simi Valley.

Where can I stay near Simi Valley?

There are 140+ hotels available in Simi Valley.

Escondido to Simi Valley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Escondido to Simi Valley by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, 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 Oceanside to Simi Valley AmtrakPacific Surfliner
6h 51m
$34–42
Train via Los Angeles
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oceanside to L.A. Union StationOC Line
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Simi ValleyVC Line
7h 42m
$20–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los AngelesAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from 9th St & Hope St to Chatsworth Metrolink Station419
9h 39m
Drive 144.4 mi
1. Drive from Escondido to Simi Valley144.4 mi
2h 30m
$27–39

Escondido to Simi Valley by tram, train, and bus (Amtrak)

35Weekly Services

6h 51mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.2 mi
Duration: 6h 51m

What companies run services between Escondido, CA, USA and Simi Valley, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Oceanside to Simi Valley Amtrak 5 times a day. Tickets cost $32–33 and the journey takes 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 to Cochran Street and First Street via Hwy 101 & Plaza St, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, Olympic / Flower, 9th St & Hope St, Chatsworth Metrolink Station, and Metrolink Chatsworth in around 9h 39m.

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