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

The cheapest way to get from Ontario to Encinitas is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ontario to Encinitas is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Ontario and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from Ontario to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from Holt @ Lemon and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Pomona Transit Center, Los Angeles and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Ontario to Encinitas?

The distance between Ontario and Encinitas is 147 miles. The road distance is 89.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ontario to Encinitas without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 38m and costs $30 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Ontario to Encinitas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ontario to Encinitas bus from?

Ontario to Encinitas bus services, operated by Foothill Transit, depart from Pomona Transit Center station.

Train or bus from Ontario to Encinitas?

The best way to get from Ontario to Encinitas is to bus which takes 6h 6m and costs $35 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $85 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Ontario to Encinitas bus arrive?

Ontario to Encinitas bus services, operated by Foothill Transit, arrive at Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza W.

Can I drive from Ontario to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between Ontario to Encinitas is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Ontario to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 983+ hotels available in Encinitas.

Ontario to Encinitas - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 3 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Ontario to Encinitas by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Pomona Transit Center to Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza Wbus 707
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 38m
$34–78
Line 3 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amazon Eastvale to Corona Transit Centerbus 3
2. Take the train from Corona - North Main to Oceansidetrain IE-OC Line
6h 26m
$16–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pomona Transit Center to Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza Wbus 707
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 6m
$35–68
Drive 88.6 mi
1. Drive from Ontario to Encinitascar 88.6 mi
1h 37m
$17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Montclair to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 57m
$41–84

Ontario to Encinitas by bus, foot, and train

91Weekly Services

5h 38mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ontario to Encinitas.

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Distance: 146 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Holt @ Lemon to Hwy 101 & K St via Pomona Transit Center, Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza W, Los Angeles, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr in around 6h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mountain @ 5th Street to Hwy 101 & K St via Montclair Transit Center, Montclair, L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr in around 5h 57m.

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