What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Encinitas?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Encinitas is to line 33 bus and train which costs $16 - $25 and takes 5h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Encinitas?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Encinitas is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from 2nd / Santa Monica and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Los Angeles and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Encinitas?

The distance between Santa Monica and Encinitas is 119 miles. The road distance is 107.9 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Monica to Encinitas without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Encinitas without a car is to tram and train which takes 4h 31m and costs $30 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Encinitas?

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Santa Monica to Encinitas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Encinitas bus from?

Santa Monica to Encinitas bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 2nd / Santa Monica station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Encinitas bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Encinitas bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Alameda station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Encinitas is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Santa Monica to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 1037+ hotels available in Encinitas.

Santa Monica to Encinitas - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 33 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Santa Monica to Encinitas by tram, train, bus (Amtrak), car, or bus

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

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E LinesMetro E Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
4h 31m
$34–43
Line 33 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Patsaouras Transit Plaza33
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to OceansideOC Line
5h 53m
$17–25
Line 33 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from 2nd / Santa Monica to Cesar E Chavez / Alameda33
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 44m
Drive 107.3 mi
1. Drive from Santa Monica to Encinitas107.3 mi
1h 58m
$20–29
Line 33 bus, train, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Cesar E Chavez / Alameda33
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceanside
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & K St101
5h 46m
$30–37

Santa Monica to Encinitas by tram, subway, train, and bus

77Weekly Services

4h 31mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 118.7 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Santa Monica, CA, USA and Encinitas, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from 2nd / Santa Monica to Hwy 101 & K St via Cesar E Chavez / Alameda, Los Angeles, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr in around 5h 44m.

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