What is the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas?

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas?

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles Union Station and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas?

The distance between Los Angeles Union Station and Encinitas is 105 miles. The road distance is 96 miles.

How do I travel from Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas without a car?

The best way to get from Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs $29 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas bus from?

Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas?

The best way to get from Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs $29 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $65 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas bus arrive?

Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

What is the time difference between Los Angeles Union Station and Encinitas?

Encinitas is 3h behind Los Angeles Union Station. It is currently 7:04 AM in Los Angeles Union Station and 4:04 AM in Encinitas.

Can I drive from Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 2817+ hotels available in Encinitas.

Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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 Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 49m
$30–65
Drive 95.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitascar 95.4 mi
1h 42m
$18–26
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 15m
$37–62
Bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oceansidebus Los Angeles
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & K Stbus 101
3h 27m
$19–30

Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas by foot, train, and bus (Amtrak)

77Weekly Services

2h 49mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Los Angeles Union Station to Encinitas.

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Distance: 104.6 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles County, CA, USA and Encinitas, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $27–60 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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