What is the cheapest way to get from Northridge to Encinitas?

The cheapest way to get from Northridge to Encinitas is to line 240 bus and train which costs $18 - $27 and takes 6h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Northridge to Encinitas?

The fastest way to get from Northridge to Encinitas is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Northridge and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from Northridge to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from Devonshire St & Reseda Blvd and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Olympic / Flower, Los Angeles and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Northridge to Encinitas?

The distance between Northridge and Encinitas is 124 miles. The road distance is 119.9 miles.

How do I travel from Northridge to Encinitas without a car?

The best way to get from Northridge to Encinitas without a car is to train and line 101 bus which takes 4h 16m and costs $30 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Northridge to Encinitas?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Northridge to Encinitas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northridge to Encinitas bus from?

Northridge to Encinitas bus services, operated by LA DOT, depart from Devonshire St & Reseda Blvd station.

Train or bus from Northridge to Encinitas?

The best way to get from Northridge to Encinitas is to bus which takes 5h 46m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $50 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Northridge to Encinitas bus arrive?

Northridge to Encinitas bus services, operated by LA DOT, arrive at Flower St & Olympic Blvd station.

Can I drive from Northridge to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between Northridge to Encinitas is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Northridge to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 1056+ hotels available in Encinitas.

Northridge to Encinitas - 5 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Northridge to Encinitas by train, bus, bus (Amtrak), 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.

Train, line 101 bus
best
1. Take the train from Northridge to OceansidePacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & K St101
4h 16m
$33–40
Line 240 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reseda / Parthenia to Universal / Studio City Station240
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to OceansideOC Line
6h 2m
$19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Devonshire St & Reseda Blvd to Flower St & Olympic Blvd419
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 46m
Drive 119.2 mi
1. Drive from Northridge to Encinitas119.2 mi
2h 12m
$22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Northridge to L.A. Union StationVC Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
4h 23m
$37–47

Northridge to Encinitas by train and bus

14Weekly Services

4h 16mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 123.4 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Northridge, CA, USA and Encinitas, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Devonshire St & Reseda Blvd to Hwy 101 & K St via Olympic / Flower, Cesar E Chavez / Alameda, Los Angeles, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Northridge to Hwy 101 & Cliff St via L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr in around 4h 23m.

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