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

The cheapest way to get from Whittier to Encinitas is to train and line 101 bus which costs $12 - $20 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whittier to Encinitas is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Whittier and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from Whittier to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from Painter Avenue and Philadelphia Street and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Norwalk Station, Huntington Park and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Whittier to Encinitas?

The distance between Whittier and Encinitas is 95 miles. The road distance is 85.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whittier to Encinitas without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs $50 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Whittier to Encinitas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whittier to Encinitas bus from?

Whittier to Encinitas bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Norwalk Station.

Train or bus from Whittier to Encinitas?

The best way to get from Whittier to Encinitas is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs $50 - $95. Alternatively, you can line 111 bus and bus and line 101 bus, which costs $13 - $25 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Whittier to Encinitas bus arrive?

Whittier to Encinitas bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Florence / Malabar station.

Can I drive from Whittier to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between Whittier to Encinitas is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Whittier to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 928+ hotels available in Encinitas.

Whittier to Encinitas - 5 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Whittier to Encinitas by train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, 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 Fullerton Amtrak Station to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 34m
$54–93
Train, line 101 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs to Oceansidetrain OC Line
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & K Stbus 101
5h 9m
$13–20
Drive 85 mi
1. Drive from Whittier to Encinitascar 85 mi
1h 34m
$16–23
Line 111 bus, bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Norwalk Station to Florence / Malabarbus 111
2. Take the bus from Huntington Park to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & K Stbus 101
5h 39m
$14–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia / Painter to Cal State Los Angelesbus 10 Whittier Blvd
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 5m
$29–63

Whittier to Encinitas by bus and train

23Weekly Services

5h 9mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Whittier to Encinitas.

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Distance: 94.3 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Whittier, CA, USA and Encinitas, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Solana Beach Amtrak Station hourly. Tickets cost $22–50 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Painter Avenue and Philadelphia Street to Hwy 101 & K St via Norwalk Station, Florence / Malabar, Huntington Park, Oceanside Transportation Center, and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 in around 5h 39m.

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