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 46m.

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 30m and costs $210 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from Tucson and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Los Angeles and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 32m.

How far is it from Tucson to Encinitas?

The distance between Tucson and Encinitas is 397 miles. The road distance is 426.8 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 53m and costs $80 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Tucson to Encinitas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Encinitas bus from?

Tucson to Encinitas bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Tucson station.

Train, bus or fly from Tucson to Encinitas?

The best way to get from Tucson to Encinitas is to fly which takes 6h 7m and costs $95 - $440. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $380 and takes 12h 53m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 13h 32m.

Where does the Tucson to Encinitas bus arrive?

Tucson to Encinitas bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals.

What is the time difference between Tucson and Encinitas?

Encinitas is 1h behind Tucson. It is currently 9:12 AM in Tucson and 8:12 AM in Encinitas.

Can I drive from Tucson to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Encinitas is 427 miles. It takes approximately 6h 46m to drive from Tucson to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 1054+ hotels available in Encinitas.

Tucson to Encinitas - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 8 ways to get from Tucson to Encinitas by plane, bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, shuttle, or bus (Flixbus, Amtrak)

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)TUS - CLD
6h 7m
$95–440
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Los AngelesTexas Eagle / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
12h 53m
$76–371
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
3. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Encinitas Station
12h 53m
$82–204
Drive 424.3 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Encinitas424.3 mi
6h 46m
$78–112
Fly Tucson to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)TUS - SAN
2. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Encinitas Station
4h 58m
$87–557
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airport
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)PHX - CLD
4h 30m
$215–505
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airport
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)PHX - SAN
3. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Encinitas Station
6h 9m
$597–1,242
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Los Angeles Union Station ArrivalsFlixBus 2054
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
13h 32m

Tucson to Encinitas by bus, tram, and train

12Weekly Services

12h 53mAverage Duration

$82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 394.4 mi
Duration: 6h 7m

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) 4 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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