What is the cheapest way to get from Simi Valley to La Jolla?

The cheapest way to get from Simi Valley to La Jolla is to drive which costs $27 - $45 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Simi Valley to La Jolla?

The fastest way to get from Simi Valley to La Jolla is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $27 - $45.

How far is it from Simi Valley to La Jolla?

The distance between Simi Valley and La Jolla is 181 miles. The road distance is 153.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Simi Valley to La Jolla without a car is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs $35 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Simi Valley to La Jolla?

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Simi Valley to La Jolla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Simi Valley to La Jolla bus from?

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

Train or bus from Simi Valley to La Jolla?

The best way to get from Simi Valley to La Jolla is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs $35 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $70 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Simi Valley to La Jolla bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Simi Valley to La Jolla?

Yes, the driving distance between Simi Valley to La Jolla is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Simi Valley to La Jolla.

Where can I stay near La Jolla?

There are 2008+ hotels available in La Jolla.

Simi Valley to La Jolla - 4 ways to travel via train, line 10 bus, and bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Simi Valley and La Jolla?

No, there is no direct bus from Simi Valley to La Jolla. However, there are services departing from First Street and Cochran Street and arriving at Silverado St & Herschel Av via Chatsworth Metrolink Station, Olympic / Flower, Los Angeles Union Station and Old Town Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

There are 4 ways to get from Simi Valley to La Jolla by train (Amtrak), bus, subway, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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 San Diego Old Town Transportation CenterPacific Surfliner
6h 43m
$37–126
Drive 152.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Simi Valley to La Jolla152.8 mi
2h 42m
$28–41
Line 10 bus, bus, subway, line 30 bus
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 bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego
5. Take the bus from UTC Transit Center to Silverado St & Herschel Av30
7h 52m
$29–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chatsworth Metrolink Station to Flower St & Olympic Blvd419
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus StopGreyhound US0831
8h 59m
$30–68

Simi Valley to La Jolla by bus and train (Amtrak)

35Weekly Services

6h 43mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180 mi
Duration: 6h 43m

What companies run services between Simi Valley, CA, USA and La Jolla, San Diego County, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Simi Valley Amtrak to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center 5 times a day. Tickets cost $35–120 and the journey takes 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from First Street and Cochran Street to Silverado St & Herschel Av via Chatsworth Metrolink Station, Olympic / Flower, Vignes / Cesar E Chavez, Los Angeles Union Station, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, and Old Town Transit Center in around 8h 59m.

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