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

The cheapest way to get from Sacramento to Encinitas is to bus which costs $85 - $170 and takes 14h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sacramento to Encinitas is to fly and train which takes 4h 43m and costs $95 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Sacramento and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from Sacramento station to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from Sacramento Bus Station and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 27m.

How far is it from Sacramento to Encinitas?

The distance between Sacramento and Encinitas is 527 miles. The road distance is 482.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sacramento to Encinitas without a car is to bus which takes 14h 27m and costs $85 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Sacramento to Encinitas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sacramento to Encinitas bus from?

Sacramento to Encinitas bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Sacramento Bus Station.

Train or bus from Sacramento to Encinitas?

The best way to get from Sacramento to Encinitas is to bus which takes 14h 27m and costs $85 - $170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $160 - $380 and takes 18h 7m.

Where does the Sacramento to Encinitas bus arrive?

Sacramento to Encinitas bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Oceanside Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Sacramento to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between Sacramento to Encinitas is 483 miles. It takes approximately 7h 57m to drive from Sacramento to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 1042+ hotels available in Encinitas.

Sacramento to Encinitas - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sacramento to Encinitas by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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

Fly from Sacramento International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SMF - SAN
2. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Encinitas Stationtrain
4h 43m
$99–610
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0831
14h 27m
$88–161
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
18h 7m
$167–373
Drive 479.8 mi
1. Drive from Sacramento to Encinitascar 479.8 mi
7h 57m
$88–127
Train to Oakland International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtraktrain
2. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane OAK - SAN
3. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Encinitas Stationtrain
6h 36m
$102–553

Sacramento to Encinitas by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

14h 27mAverage Duration

$88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 523.6 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Oceanside Transportation Center once daily. Tickets cost $85–160 and the journey takes 13h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sacramento to Hwy 101 & K St via Los Angeles, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr in around 18h 7m.

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