What is the cheapest way to get from Manhattan Beach to Encinitas?

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan Beach to Encinitas is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan Beach to Encinitas?

The fastest way to get from Manhattan Beach to Encinitas is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan Beach and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from Manhattan Beach to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from Manhattan Ave. / 10th St. and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Metro Transit Center Bay 2, LAX Terminal 1 Shared Rides Stop, LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Manhattan Beach to Encinitas?

The distance between Manhattan Beach and Encinitas is 129 miles. The road distance is 97.6 miles.

How do I travel from Manhattan Beach to Encinitas without a car?

The best way to get from Manhattan Beach to Encinitas without a car is to line 438 bus and train which takes 4h 40m and costs $30 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Manhattan Beach to Encinitas?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Manhattan Beach to Encinitas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manhattan Beach to Encinitas bus from?

Manhattan Beach to Encinitas bus services, operated by Beach Cities Transit, depart from Manhattan Ave. / 10th St. station.

Where does the Manhattan Beach to Encinitas bus arrive?

Manhattan Beach to Encinitas bus services, operated by Beach Cities Transit, arrive at LAX Transit Center Bay 9 station.

Can I drive from Manhattan Beach to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan Beach to Encinitas is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Manhattan Beach to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 424+ hotels available in Encinitas.

Manhattan Beach to Encinitas - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 438 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Manhattan Beach to Encinitas by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Line 438 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Highland Ave & 14th St to Figueroa St & 12th Stbus 438
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 40m
$34–76
Drive 97 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manhattan Beach to Encinitascar 97 mi
1h 44m
$18–26
Line 109 bus, bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Manhattan Ave. / 10th St. to LAX Transit Center Bay 9bus 109
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup to 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CAbus
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & K Stbus 101
5h 46m
$48–93
Line 232 bus, bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Sepulveda / 8th to Long Beach / Anaheimbus 232
2. Take the bus from Long Beach Bus Station to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & K Stbus 101
5h 48m
$20–31
Line 40 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Crenshaw / Slauson to Alameda / Los Angelesbus 40
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 25m
$30–65

Manhattan Beach to Encinitas by bus, tram, and train

30Weekly Services

4h 40mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.2 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Manhattan Beach, CA, USA and Encinitas, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Manhattan Ave. / 10th St. to Hwy 101 & K St via LAX Transit Center Bay 9, Metro Transit Center Bay 2, LAX Terminal 1, LAX Terminal 1 Shared Rides Stop, LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup, 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA, and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 in around 5h 46m.

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