What is the cheapest way to get from Escondido to Thousand Oaks?

The cheapest way to get from Escondido to Thousand Oaks is to tram and train and subway and bus and line 161 bus which costs $19 - $30 and takes 7h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Escondido to Thousand Oaks?

The fastest way to get from Escondido to Thousand Oaks is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Escondido and Thousand Oaks?

No, there is no direct bus from Escondido to Thousand Oaks. However, there are services departing from Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 and arriving at Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rd via Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Alameda / Los Angeles and Figueroa St & 12th St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

How far is it from Escondido to Thousand Oaks?

The distance between Escondido and Thousand Oaks is 166 miles. The road distance is 143 miles.

How do I travel from Escondido to Thousand Oaks without a car?

The best way to get from Escondido to Thousand Oaks without a car is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Escondido to Thousand Oaks?

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Escondido to Thousand Oaks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Escondido to Thousand Oaks bus from?

Escondido to Thousand Oaks bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Escondido to Thousand Oaks?

The best way to get from Escondido to Thousand Oaks is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs $35 - $55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 54m.

Where does the Escondido to Thousand Oaks bus arrive?

Escondido to Thousand Oaks bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Escondido to Thousand Oaks?

Yes, the driving distance between Escondido to Thousand Oaks is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Escondido to Thousand Oaks.

Where can I stay near Thousand Oaks?

There are 240+ hotels available in Thousand Oaks.

Escondido to Thousand Oaks - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and tram

There are 5 ways to get from Escondido to Thousand Oaks by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, train, bus, tram, or subway

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 Moorpark AmtrakPacific Surfliner
6h 43m
$38–50
Tram, train, subway, bus, line 161 bus
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Escondido Transit Center to Oceanside Transit Center
2. Take the train from Oceanside to L.A. Union Station
3. Take the subway from Union Station - Metro B & D Lines to North Hollywood Station
4. Take the bus from North Hollywood Station to Canoga Station
5. Take the bus from Canoga Station to Thousand Oaks / Skyline161
7h 20m
$20–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los AngelesAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Figueroa St & 12th St to Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rd422
7h 54m
Drive 142.2 mi
1. Drive from Escondido to Thousand Oaks142.2 mi
2h 29m
$26–38
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Figueroa St & 12th St to Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rd422
6h 52m
$38–44

Escondido to Thousand Oaks by tram, train, and bus (Amtrak)

35Weekly Services

6h 43mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Escondido to Thousand Oaks.

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Distance: 164.7 mi
Duration: 6h 43m

What companies run services between Escondido, CA, USA and Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Oceanside to Moorpark Amtrak 5 times a day. Tickets cost $35–40 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 to Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rd via Hwy 101 & Plaza St, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Los Angeles, Alameda / Los Angeles, Grand / Venice, and Figueroa St & 12th St in around 7h 54m.

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