What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego?

The fastest way to get from San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between San Diego State University and Old Town San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego. However, there are services departing from SDSU Transit Center and arriving at Old Town Transit Center via University Av & College Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

Is there a direct train between San Diego State University and Old Town San Diego?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from SDSU Station station and arriving at Old Town Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego?

The distance between San Diego State University and Old Town San Diego is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.2 miles.

How long does it take to get from San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego?

The tram from SDSU Station to Old Town Station takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego bus from?

San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from University Av & College Av station.

Where do I catch the San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego train from?

San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from SDSU Station.

Where does the San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego bus arrive?

San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Old Town Transit Center station.

Where does the San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego train arrive?

San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Old Town Station.

Can I drive from San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego is 9 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego.

Where can I stay near Old Town San Diego?

There are 1979+ hotels available in Old Town San Diego.

San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego

Q: How do I travel from San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego without a car is to tram which takes 27 min and costs .

There are 4 ways to get from San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego by tram, bus, taxi, 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.

Tram
best
1. Take the tram from SDSU Station to Old Town StationGreen
27 min
Drive 9.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego9.1 mi
13 min
$2–3
Line 10 bus
1. Take the bus from University Av & College Av to Old Town Transit Center10
1h 22m
$4–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Diego State University to Old Town San Diego9.1 mi
13 min
$30–40

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Distance: 9.1 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between San Diego State University, CA, USA and Old Town San Diego, San Diego County, CA, USA?

San Diego Metro Transit operates a vehicle from SDSU Station to Old Town Station every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, San Diego Metro Transit operates a bus from University Av & College Av to Old Town Transit Center every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 52 min.

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