What is the cheapest way to get from L.A. Union Station to Encinitas?

The cheapest way to get from L.A. Union Station to Encinitas is to train and line 101 bus which costs $15 - $23 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from L.A. Union Station to Encinitas?

The fastest way to get from L.A. Union Station to Encinitas is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between L.A. Union Station and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from L.A. Union Station to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from L.A. Union Station to Encinitas?

The distance between L.A. Union Station and Encinitas is 102 miles. The road distance is 96 miles.

How do I travel from L.A. Union Station to Encinitas without a car?

The best way to get from L.A. Union Station to Encinitas without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $30 - $40.

How long does it take to get from L.A. Union Station to Encinitas?

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from L.A. Union Station to Encinitas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the L.A. Union Station to Encinitas bus from?

L.A. Union Station to Encinitas bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from L.A. Union Station to Encinitas?

The best way to get from L.A. Union Station to Encinitas is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $30 - $40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the L.A. Union Station to Encinitas bus arrive?

L.A. Union Station to Encinitas bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from L.A. Union Station to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between L.A. Union Station to Encinitas is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from L.A. Union Station to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 1037+ hotels available in Encinitas.

L.A. Union Station to Encinitas - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from L.A. Union Station to Encinitas by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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 Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
2h 37m
$31–38
Train, line 101 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to OceansideOC Line
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & K St101
3h 15m
$16–23
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 17m
Drive 95.4 mi
1. Drive from L.A. Union Station to Encinitas95.4 mi
1h 42m
$18–26

L.A. Union Station to Encinitas by foot, train, and bus (Amtrak)

77Weekly Services

2h 37mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 101.6 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between L.A. Union Station, CA, USA and Encinitas, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $28–34 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Station once daily, and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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