What is the cheapest way to get from Tucson to Encinitas?

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Encinitas is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 6h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tucson to Encinitas?

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Encinitas is to shuttle and fly which takes 4h 28m and costs $210 - $550.

How far is it from Tucson to Encinitas?

The distance between Tucson and Encinitas is 397 miles. The road distance is 427 miles.

How do I travel from Tucson to Encinitas without a car?

The best way to get from Tucson to Encinitas without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 25m and costs $75 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Tucson to Encinitas?

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Tucson to Encinitas, including transfers.

Train or fly from Tucson to Encinitas?

The best way to get from Tucson to Encinitas is to fly which takes 6h 12m and costs $95 - $460. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $480 and takes 12h 53m.

What is the time difference between Tucson and Encinitas?

Encinitas is 1h behind Tucson. It is currently 9:38 PM in Tucson and 8:38 PM in Encinitas.

Can I drive from Tucson to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Encinitas is 427 miles. It takes approximately 6h 48m to drive from Tucson to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 1054+ hotels available in Encinitas.

Tucson to Encinitas - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 7 ways to get from Tucson to Encinitas by plane, bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, or shuttle

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

Fly Tucson to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport
best
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)plane TUS - CLD
6h 12m
$95–455
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Texas Eagle / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
12h 53m
$74–474
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Phoenix Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus
3. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Encinitas Stationtrain
12h 25m
$75–192
Drive 424.5 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Encinitascar 424.5 mi
6h 48m
$78–112
Fly Tucson to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane TUS - SAN
2. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Encinitas Stationtrain
5h 3m
$92–607
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)plane PHX - CLD
4h 28m
$210–510
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane PHX - SAN
3. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Encinitas Stationtrain
6h 14m
$737–1,242

Tucson to Encinitas by bus and train

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12h 25mAverage Duration

$75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 395.1 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Tucson, AZ, USA and Encinitas, CA, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Southwest Airlines fly from Tucson (TUS) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Hwy 101 & Cliff St via Los Angeles, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr in around 12h 53m.

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