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

The cheapest way to get from Poway to Encinitas is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Poway to Encinitas is to drive which takes 29 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Poway and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from Poway to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from Midland Rd & Janette Ln and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Rancho Bernardo Transit Station, Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Poway to Encinitas?

The distance between Poway and Encinitas is 38 miles. The road distance is 22.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poway to Encinitas without a car is to line 945 bus and line 304 bus which takes 2h 57m and costs $8 - $22.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Poway to Encinitas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poway to Encinitas bus from?

Poway to Encinitas bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Midland Rd & Janette Ln station.

Where does the Poway to Encinitas bus arrive?

Poway to Encinitas bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Rancho Bernardo Transit Station.

Can I drive from Poway to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between Poway to Encinitas is 22 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Poway to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 1037+ hotels available in Encinitas.

Poway to Encinitas - 5 ways to travel via line 945 bus, line 304 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Poway to Encinitas by bus, car, or taxi

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

Line 945 bus, line 304 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Midland Rd & Janette Ln to Rancho Bernardo Transit Station945
2. Take the bus from Palomar College Transit Center Stall 1 to Encinitas Station Stall 5304 / ...
2h 57m
$8–22
Drive 22.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poway to Encinitas22.3 mi
29 min
$5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Poway to Encinitas22.3 mi
29 min
$75–95
Line 945 bus, line 308 bus
1. Take the bus from Midland Rd & Janette Ln to Rancho Bernardo Transit Station945
2. Take the bus from Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 to Hwy 101 & Plaza St308
3h 17m
$8–20
Line 945 bus, line 921 bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Midland Rd & Janette Ln to Rancho Bernardo Transit Station945
2. Take the bus from Miramar College Transit Station to UTC Transit Center921 / ...
3. Take the bus from UTC Transit Center to Hwy 101 & K St101
3h 25m
$8–20

Poway to Encinitas by bus and tram

149Weekly Services

2h 57mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 38 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Midland Rd & Janette Ln to Encinitas Station Stall 5 via Rancho Bernardo Transit Station, Escondido Transit Center, Escondido Transit Center, Palomar College Station, and Palomar College Transit Center Stall 1 in around 2h 57m.

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