What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Rosa to Escondido?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Rosa to Escondido is to bus and train which costs $65 - $220 and takes 16h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Rosa to Escondido?

The fastest way to get from Santa Rosa to Escondido is to fly and bus which takes 4h 54m and costs $95 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Rosa and Escondido?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Rosa to Escondido. However, there are services departing from Santa Rosa Transit Mall and arriving at Quince St & Norlak Av via San Francisco Bus Station, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 and Vista Transit Center Stall 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 56m.

How far is it from Santa Rosa to Escondido?

The distance between Santa Rosa and Escondido is 563 miles. The road distance is 531.9 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Rosa to Escondido without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Rosa to Escondido without a car is to bus and train which takes 16h 8m and costs $65 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Santa Rosa to Escondido?

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Santa Rosa to Escondido, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Rosa to Escondido bus from?

Santa Rosa to Escondido bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from Santa Rosa Transit Mall station.

Where does the Santa Rosa to Escondido bus arrive?

Santa Rosa to Escondido bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at Mission St & Fremont St station.

Can I drive from Santa Rosa to Escondido?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Rosa to Escondido is 532 miles. It takes approximately 8h 52m to drive from Santa Rosa to Escondido.

Where can I stay near Escondido?

There are 617+ hotels available in Escondido.

Santa Rosa to Escondido - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Santa Rosa to Escondido by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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 Sonoma County Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Sonoma County Airport (STS) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)STS - SAN
2. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot Transit Center to Escondido Transit Center
4h 54m
$96–512
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Rosa Transit Mall to Mission St & 4th St101
2. Take the bus from San Francisco to Los Angeles Union Station
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Oceanside
16h 8m
$67–211
Bus, train via Oakland
1. Take the bus from Santa Rosa Transit Mall to Mission St & 2nd St101
2. Take the train from Oakland to Los Angeles
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceanside
19h 58m
$113–196
Drive 528.8 mi
1. Drive from Santa Rosa to Escondido528.8 mi
8h 52m
$97–140
Bus to San Francisco International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Rosa to San Francisco Airport
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)SFO - SAN
3. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot Transit Center to Escondido Transit Center
6h 33m
$90–471
Train, bus to Oakland International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from SMART Santa Rosa Downtown to SMART San Rafael
2. Take the bus from San Rafael to Oakland International Airport
3. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)OAK - SAN
4. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot Transit Center to Escondido Transit Center
7h 25m
$136–301
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Rosa Transit Mall to Mission St & Fremont St101 / ...
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Oceanside Transportation CenterGreyhound US0831
17h 56m
$122–269

Santa Rosa to Escondido by bus, train, and tram

4Weekly Services

16h 8mAverage Duration

$67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 559.6 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Santa Rosa, CA, USA and Escondido, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Santa Rosa Transit Mall to Quince St & Norlak Av via San Francisco Bus Station, Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10, and Vista Transit Center Stall 7 in around 17h 56m.

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