What is the cheapest way to get from Goleta to Escondido?

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Escondido is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Goleta to Escondido?

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Escondido is to fly and bus which takes 2h 44m and costs $50 - $350.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and Escondido?

No, there is no direct train from Goleta station to Escondido. However, there are services departing from Goleta Station and arriving at Escondido Transit Center via Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Goleta to Escondido?

The distance between Goleta and Escondido is 235 miles. The road distance is 207.3 miles.

How do I travel from Goleta to Escondido without a car?

The best way to get from Goleta to Escondido without a car is to bus which takes 6h 28m and costs $110 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Goleta to Escondido?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Goleta to Escondido, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Escondido train from?

Goleta to Escondido train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Goleta Station.

Train or bus from Goleta to Escondido?

The best way to get from Goleta to Escondido is to bus which takes 6h 28m and costs $110 - $180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $60 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Goleta to Escondido train arrive?

Goleta to Escondido train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Goleta to Escondido?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Escondido is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Goleta to Escondido.

Where can I stay near Escondido?

There are 597+ hotels available in Escondido.

Goleta to Escondido - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Goleta to Escondido by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)SBA - SAN
2. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot Transit Center to Escondido Transit Center
2h 44m
$55–343
Drive 206.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to Escondido206.1 mi
3h 35m
$38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CA
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup to 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CALax Linq
6h 28m
$118–175
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to OceansidePacific Surfliner
6h 49m
$51–56

Goleta to Escondido by bus, foot, and tram

17Weekly Services

6h 28mAverage Duration

$118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 233.8 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Goleta, CA, USA and Escondido, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Escondido Transit Center via Los Angeles Airport, CA, LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup, 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA, and Oceanside Transit Center in around 6h 28m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Goleta Station to Oceanside 5 times a day. Tickets cost $48–50 and the journey takes 5h 34m.

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