What is the cheapest way to get from Mission Valley to Encinitas?

The cheapest way to get from Mission Valley to Encinitas is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Mission Valley to Encinitas?

The fastest way to get from Mission Valley to Encinitas is to drive which takes 25 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Mission Valley and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from Mission Valley to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from Friars Rd & Via De La Moda and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Gilman Dr & Myers Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Mission Valley and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct train from Mission Valley station to Encinitas station. However, there are services departing from Hazard Center Station and arriving at Encinitas Station via San Diego - Old Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Mission Valley to Encinitas?

The distance between Mission Valley and Encinitas is 30 miles. The road distance is 22.6 miles.

How do I travel from Mission Valley to Encinitas without a car?

The best way to get from Mission Valley to Encinitas without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs $2 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Mission Valley to Encinitas?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Mission Valley to Encinitas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mission Valley to Encinitas bus from?

Mission Valley to Encinitas bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Friars Rd & Via De La Moda station.

Where do I catch the Mission Valley to Encinitas train from?

Mission Valley to Encinitas train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from San Diego - Old Town station.

Train or bus from Mission Valley to Encinitas?

The best way to get from Mission Valley to Encinitas is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs $2 - $7. Alternatively, you can line 41 bus and line 101 bus, which costs $4 - $10 and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Mission Valley to Encinitas bus arrive?

Mission Valley to Encinitas bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Gilman Dr & Villa La Jolla Dr station.

Where does the Mission Valley to Encinitas train arrive?

Mission Valley to Encinitas train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Encinitas Station.

Can I drive from Mission Valley to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between Mission Valley to Encinitas is 23 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Mission Valley to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 929+ hotels available in Encinitas.

Mission Valley to Encinitas - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 41 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Mission Valley to Encinitas by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Encinitas Stationtrain Coaster
1h 37m
$2–7
Line 41 bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Friars Rd & Via De La Moda to Gilman Dr & Villa La Jolla Drbus 41
2. Take the bus from Gilman Dr & Myers Dr to Hwy 101 & K Stbus 101
1h 56m
$4–10
Drive 22.5 mi
1. Drive from Mission Valley to Encinitascar 22.5 mi
25 min
$5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mission Valley to Encinitastaxi 22.5 mi
25 min
$100–130

Mission Valley to Encinitas by tram and train

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1h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 29.7 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Mission Valley, CA, USA and Encinitas, CA, USA?

North County Transit operates a train from San Diego - Old Town to Encinitas Station hourly. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Friars Rd & Via De La Moda to Hwy 101 & K St via Gilman Dr & Villa La Jolla Dr and Gilman Dr & Myers Dr in around 1h 56m.

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