What is the cheapest way to get from Santee to University of California, San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Santee to University of California, San Diego is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Santee to University of California, San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Santee to University of California, San Diego is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $60 - $75.

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

No, there is no direct train from Santee station to University of California, San Diego station. However, there are services departing from Santee Town Center Station and arriving at UCSD Central Campus Station via El Cajon Station and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Santee to University of California, San Diego?

The distance between Santee and University of California, San Diego is 29 miles. The road distance is 17.9 miles.

Where do I catch the Santee to University of California, San Diego train from?

Santee to University of California, San Diego train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from El Cajon Station.

Where does the Santee to University of California, San Diego train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santee to University of California, San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Santee to University of California, San Diego is 18 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Santee to University of California, San Diego.

Where can I stay near University of California, San Diego?

There are 1980+ hotels available in University of California, San Diego.

Santee to University of California, San Diego

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

The best way to get from Santee to University of California, San Diego without a car is to tram which takes 1h 33m and costs $6 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Santee to University of California, San Diego, including transfers.

There are 4 ways to get from Santee 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 El Cajon Station to Old Town StationGreen
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to UCSD Central Campus StationBlue
1h 33m
$6–42
Line 115 bus, line 41 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Grossmont College to College Av & SDSU Transit Center115
2. Take the bus from Fashion Valley Transit Center to Gilman Dr & Villa La Jolla Dr41
1h 55m
$4–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santee to University of California, San Diego17.8 mi
22 min
$60–75
Drive 17.8 mi
1. Drive from Santee to University of California, San Diego17.8 mi
22 min
$4–5

Santee to University of California, San Diego by tram and foot

518Weekly Services

1h 33mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 28.9 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

You can take a vehicle from Santee Town Center Station to University of California, San Diego via El Cajon Station, Old Town Station, and UCSD Central Campus Station in around 1h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grossmont College to University of California, San Diego via College Av & SDSU Transit Center, SDSU Station, Fashion Valley Station, Fashion Valley Transit Center, and Gilman Dr & Villa La Jolla Dr in around 1h 55m.

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