What is the cheapest way to get from Thousand Oaks to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Thousand Oaks to San Diego is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thousand Oaks to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Thousand Oaks to San Diego is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Thousand Oaks and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Thousand Oaks to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Hampshire Rd & Townsgate Rd and arriving at San Diego via 7th St & Hope St and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Thousand Oaks to San Diego?

The distance between Thousand Oaks and San Diego is 185 miles. The road distance is 160.2 miles.

How do I travel from Thousand Oaks to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Thousand Oaks to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs $38 - $42.

How long does it take to get from Thousand Oaks to San Diego?

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Thousand Oaks to San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thousand Oaks to San Diego bus from?

Thousand Oaks to San Diego bus services, operated by LA DOT, depart from Hampshire Rd & Townsgate Rd station.

Train or bus from Thousand Oaks to San Diego?

The best way to get from Thousand Oaks to San Diego is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs $38 - $42. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Thousand Oaks to San Diego bus arrive?

Thousand Oaks to San Diego bus services, operated by LA DOT, arrive at Flower St & 7th St station.

Can I drive from Thousand Oaks to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Thousand Oaks to San Diego is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Thousand Oaks to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2115+ hotels available in San Diego.

Thousand Oaks to San Diego - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Thousand Oaks to San Diego by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, bus, plane, train, or bus (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 Moorpark Amtrak to San DiegoPacific Surfliner
6h 5m
$39–42
Drive 159.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thousand Oaks to San Diego159.3 mi
2h 49m
$30–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hampshire Rd & Townsgate Rd to Flower St & 7th St422 / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San DiegoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 22m
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Hampshire Rd & Townsgate Rd to Flower St & 7th St
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)LAX - SAN
5h 8m
$93–331
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hampshire Rd & Townsgate Rd to Flower St & 5th St422 / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San DiegoPacific Surfliner
6h 18m
$38–47
Bus via San Diego
1. Take the bus from Hampshire Rd & Townsgate Rd to Flower St & 7th St422 / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San DiegoFlixBus 2017
6h 54m
$30–76

Thousand Oaks to San Diego by bus and train (Amtrak)

35Weekly Services

6h 5mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183.6 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Moorpark Amtrak to San Diego 5 times a day. Tickets cost $37–38 and the journey takes 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hampshire Rd & Townsgate Rd to San Diego via Flower St & 7th St, 7th St & Hope St, Alameda St & Los Angeles St, and Los Angeles in around 6h 22m.

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