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Encinitas to Van Nuys trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Encinitas and Van Nuys takes 5h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Encinitas to Van Nuys. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 41m
Duration
124 mi
Distance
$86
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Van Nuystrain train Pacific Surfliner
4h 9m
$68–116

Encinitas to Van Nuys train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Encinitas and Van Nuys. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Encinitas is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Van Nuys at 7:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Solana Beach Station and take an average of 5h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    North County TransitAmtrak3h 48m • 1 change

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    North County TransitAmtrak3h 51m • 1 change

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    North County TransitAmtrak3h 48m • 1 change

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    Arrives next day

    North County TransitAmtrak10h 11m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    North County TransitAmtrak4h 28m • 1 change

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    North County TransitAmtrak4h 31m • 1 change

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    North County TransitAmtrak4h 28m • 1 change

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    Arrives next day

    North County TransitAmtrak11h 11m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    North County TransitAmtrak4h 28m • 1 change

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    North County TransitAmtrak4h 31m • 1 change

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    North County TransitAmtrak4h 28m • 1 change

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    Arrives next day

    North County TransitAmtrak12h 11m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    North County TransitAmtrak3h 28m • 1 change

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    North County TransitAmtrak3h 48m • 1 change

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    North County TransitAmtrak3h 51m • 1 change

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    North County TransitAmtrak3h 48m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Encinitas to Van Nuys? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Encinitas to Van Nuys.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 123.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and Van Nuys, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Van Nuys 5 times a day. Tickets cost $65–110 and the journey takes 3h 3m.

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