What is the cheapest way to get from Vista to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Vista to San Diego is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Vista to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Vista to San Diego is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Vista and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Vista to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Santa Fe Ave & Broadway and arriving at Broadway & Union St via Escondido Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Vista and San Diego?

No, there is no direct train from Vista to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Vista Transit Center and arriving at San Diego via Oceanside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Vista to San Diego?

The distance between Vista and San Diego is 48 miles. The road distance is 39.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Vista to San Diego without a car is to tram and bus which takes 1h 56m and costs $4 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Vista to San Diego?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Vista to San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vista to San Diego bus from?

Vista to San Diego bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Santa Fe Ave & Broadway station.

Where do I catch the Vista to San Diego train from?

Vista to San Diego train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Vista Transit Center station.

Where does the Vista to San Diego bus arrive?

Vista to San Diego bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Escondido Transit Center Stall 6 station.

Where does the Vista to San Diego train arrive?

Vista to San Diego train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Oceanside Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Vista to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Vista to San Diego is 39 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Vista to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2215+ hotels available in San Diego.

Vista to San Diego - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Vista to San Diego by tram, bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Tram, bus
best
1. Take the tram from Vista Transit Center to Escondido Transit CenterSprinter
2. Take the bus from Escondido Transit Center to Broadway & Union St235 / ...
1h 56m
$4–12
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Vista Transit Center to Oceanside Transit CenterSprinter
2. Take the train from Oceanside to San DiegoPacific Surfliner
2h 25m
$22–26
Drive 38.9 mi
1. Drive from Vista to San Diego38.9 mi
47 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Vista to San Diego38.9 mi
47 min
$130–160
Line 305 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Fe Ave & Broadway to Escondido Transit Center Stall 6305
2. Take the bus from Escondido Transit Center to Broadway & Union St235 / ...
2h 14m
$4–10

Vista to San Diego by tram and bus

229Weekly Services

1h 56mAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Vista to San Diego.

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Distance: 48.1 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Vista, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Santa Fe Ave & Broadway to Broadway & Union St via Escondido Transit Center Stall 6 and Escondido Transit Center in around 2h 14m.

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