Is there a direct train between San Diego State University and University of California, San Diego?

No, there is no direct train from San Diego State University station to University of California, San Diego station. However, there are services departing from SDSU Station and arriving at UCSD Central Campus Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

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San Diego State University to University of California, San Diego

Q: What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego State University to University of California, San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego State University to University of California, San Diego is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 21 min.

Q: What is the fastest way to get from San Diego State University to University of California, San Diego?

The fastest way to get from San Diego State University to University of California, San Diego is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $55 - $65.

Q: How far is it from San Diego State University to University of California, San Diego?

The distance between San Diego State University and University of California, San Diego is 19 miles. The road distance is 15.6 miles.

Q: How do I travel from San Diego State University to University of California, San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from San Diego State University to University of California, San Diego without a car is to tram which takes 1h 2m and costs .

Q: How long does it take to get from San Diego State University to University of California, San Diego?

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from San Diego State University to University of California, San Diego, including transfers.

Q: Can I drive from San Diego State University to University of California, San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego State University to University of California, San Diego is 16 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from San Diego State University to University of California, San Diego.

There are 4 ways to get from San Diego State University to University of California, 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
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to UCSD Central Campus StationBlue
1h 2m
Drive 15.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Diego State University to University of California, San Diego15.6 mi
21 min
$3–5
Tram, line 41 bus
1. Take the tram from SDSU Station to Fashion Valley StationGreen
2. Take the bus from Fashion Valley Transit Center to Gilman Dr & Villa La Jolla Dr41
1h 26m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Diego State University to University of California, San Diego15.6 mi
21 min
$55–65

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 18.6 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between San Diego State University, CA, USA and University of California, San Diego, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from San Diego State University to University of California, San Diego via SDSU Station, Old Town Station, and UCSD Central Campus Station in around 1h 2m.

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