What is the cheapest way to get from Balboa Park to Escondido?

The cheapest way to get from Balboa Park to Escondido is to bus which costs $2 - $5 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balboa Park to Escondido?

The fastest way to get from Balboa Park to Escondido is to drive which takes 33 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Balboa Park and Escondido?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Broadway & 8th Av and arriving at Escondido Transit Center. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Balboa Park to Escondido?

The distance between Balboa Park and Escondido is 33 miles. The road distance is 29.7 miles.

How do I travel from Balboa Park to Escondido without a car?

The best way to get from Balboa Park to Escondido without a car is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs $2 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Balboa Park to Escondido?

The bus from Broadway & 8th Av to Escondido Transit Center takes 45 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Balboa Park to Escondido bus from?

Balboa Park to Escondido bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Broadway & 8th Av station.

Where does the Balboa Park to Escondido bus arrive?

Balboa Park to Escondido bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Escondido Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Balboa Park to Escondido?

Yes, the driving distance between Balboa Park to Escondido is 30 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Balboa Park to Escondido.

Where can I stay near Escondido?

There are 555+ hotels available in Escondido.

Balboa Park to Escondido - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Balboa Park to Escondido by bus, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the bus from Broadway & 8th Av to Escondido Transit Centerbus 280
1h 15m
$2–5
Drive 29.5 mi
1. Drive from Balboa Park to Escondidocar 29.5 mi
33 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balboa Park to Escondidotaxi 29.5 mi
33 min
$130–160
Bus via Broadway & Park Bl
1. Take the bus from Broadway & Park Bl to Escondido Transit Centerbus 235
1h 36m
$4–10

Balboa Park to Escondido by foot and bus

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Distance: 33 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Balboa Park, San Diego County, CA, USA and Escondido, CA, USA?

San Diego Metro Transit operates a bus from Broadway & 8th Av to Escondido Transit Center every 4 hours. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 45 min.

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