What is the cheapest way to get from Simi Valley to Escondido?

The cheapest way to get from Simi Valley to Escondido is to line 10 bus and bus and subway and train and tram which costs $18 - $35 and takes 6h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Simi Valley to Escondido?

The fastest way to get from Simi Valley to Escondido is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Simi Valley and Escondido?

No, there is no direct bus from Simi Valley to Escondido. However, there are services departing from First Street and Cochran Street and arriving at Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 via Chatsworth Metrolink Station, Olympic / Flower, Los Angeles and Plaza St & Highway 101. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.

How far is it from Simi Valley to Escondido?

The distance between Simi Valley and Escondido is 154 miles. The road distance is 145.4 miles.

How do I travel from Simi Valley to Escondido without a car?

The best way to get from Simi Valley to Escondido without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs $30 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Simi Valley to Escondido?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Simi Valley to Escondido, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Simi Valley to Escondido bus from?

Simi Valley to Escondido bus services, operated by LA DOT, depart from Chatsworth Metrolink Station.

Train or bus from Simi Valley to Escondido?

The best way to get from Simi Valley to Escondido is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs $30 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 52m.

Where does the Simi Valley to Escondido bus arrive?

Simi Valley to Escondido bus services, operated by LA DOT, arrive at Flower St & Olympic Blvd station.

Can I drive from Simi Valley to Escondido?

Yes, the driving distance between Simi Valley to Escondido is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Simi Valley to Escondido.

Where can I stay near Escondido?

There are 602+ hotels available in Escondido.

Simi Valley to Escondido - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Simi Valley to Escondido by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, bus, subway, train, or tram

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Simi Valley Amtrak to OceansidePacific Surfliner
6h 20m
$32–128
Line 10 bus, bus, subway, train, tram
cheapest
1. Take the bus from First Street and Cochran Street to Metrolink Chatsworth10
2. Take the bus from Chatsworth Station to North Hollywood Station
3. Take the subway from North Hollywood Station to Union Station - Metro B & D Lines
4. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Oceanside
5. Take the tram from Oceanside Transit Center to Escondido Transit Center
6h 54m
$18–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chatsworth Metrolink Station to Flower St & Olympic Blvd419
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 52m
Drive 144.6 mi
1. Drive from Simi Valley to Escondido144.6 mi
2h 31m
$27–39

Simi Valley to Escondido by bus, train, and tram (Amtrak)

35Weekly Services

6h 20mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.2 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Simi Valley, CA, USA and Escondido, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Simi Valley Amtrak to Oceanside 5 times a day. Tickets cost $30–120 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from First Street and Cochran Street to Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 via Chatsworth Metrolink Station, Olympic / Flower, Cesar E Chavez / Alameda, Los Angeles, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Plaza St & Highway 101 in around 8h 52m.

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