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 Sepulveda / 8th and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Long Beach Bus Station and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Manhattan Beach to Encinitas?

The distance between Manhattan Beach and Encinitas is 130 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 54m and costs $30 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m 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 Metro Los Angeles, depart from Sepulveda / 8th station.

Train or bus from Manhattan Beach to Encinitas?

The best way to get from Manhattan Beach to Encinitas is to line 232 bus and bus and line 101 bus which takes 5h 44m and costs $17 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $45 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Manhattan Beach to Encinitas bus arrive?

Manhattan Beach to Encinitas bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Long Beach / Anaheim 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 1001+ hotels available in Encinitas.

Manhattan Beach to Encinitas - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 438 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Manhattan Beach to Encinitas by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or train (Amtrak)

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 Manhattan Ave & 10th St to Union Station Bay 2438
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
4h 54m
$33–43
Line 232 bus, bus, line 101 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sepulveda / 8th to Long Beach / Anaheim232
2. Take the bus from Long Beach Bus Station to Oceanside
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & K St101
5h 44m
$18–52
Drive 97 mi
1. Drive from Manhattan Beach to Encinitas97 mi
1h 44m
$18–26
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
5h 4m
$36–45
Line 109 bus, bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Manhattan Ave. / 10th St. to LAX Transit Center Bay 9109
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup to 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & K St101
5h 46m
$48–93
Line 40 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Crenshaw / Slauson to Alameda / Los Angeles40
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to OceansidePacific Surfliner
6h 23m
$32–40

Manhattan Beach to Encinitas by bus, foot, and train

30Weekly Services

4h 54mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.1 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Sepulveda / 8th to Hwy 101 & K St via Long Beach / Anaheim, Long Beach Bus Station, Oceanside, and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 in around 5h 44m. Alternatively, 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.

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