What is the cheapest way to get from Studio City to Encinitas?

The cheapest way to get from Studio City to Encinitas is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Studio City to Encinitas?

The fastest way to get from Studio City to Encinitas is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Studio City and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from Studio City to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from Laurel Canyon / Ventura and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Melrose / Fairfax, Hill / 3rd, Los Angeles and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Studio City to Encinitas?

The distance between Studio City and Encinitas is 117 miles. The road distance is 108.5 miles.

How do I travel from Studio City to Encinitas without a car?

The best way to get from Studio City to Encinitas without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs $30 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Studio City to Encinitas?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Studio City to Encinitas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Studio City to Encinitas bus from?

Studio City to Encinitas bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Studio City to Encinitas?

The best way to get from Studio City to Encinitas is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs $30 - $45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Studio City to Encinitas bus arrive?

Studio City to Encinitas bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Studio City to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between Studio City to Encinitas is 109 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Studio City to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 1016+ hotels available in Encinitas.

Studio City to Encinitas - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Studio City to Encinitas by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, train, 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
4h 18m
$35–43
Train, line 101 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to OceansideOC Line
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & K St101
5h 1m
$19–27
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 57m
Drive 107.9 mi
1. Drive from Studio City to Encinitas107.9 mi
1h 56m
$20–29

Studio City to Encinitas by bus, subway, and train (Amtrak)

77Weekly Services

4h 18mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Studio City to Encinitas.

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Distance: 116.6 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Studio City, CA, USA and Encinitas, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $29–34 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Station once daily, and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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