What is the cheapest way to get from California State University, San Marcos to Fullerton?

The cheapest way to get from California State University, San Marcos to Fullerton is to drive which costs $13 - $21 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from California State University, San Marcos to Fullerton?

The fastest way to get from California State University, San Marcos to Fullerton is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $13 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between California State University, San Marcos and Fullerton?

No, there is no direct bus from California State University, San Marcos to Fullerton station. However, there are services departing from Mission Rd & Woodward St and arriving at Fullerton Amtrak Station via Vista Transit Center Stall 5 and Oceanside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between California State University, San Marcos and Fullerton?

No, there is no direct train from California State University, San Marcos station to Fullerton station. However, there are services departing from Cal State San Marcos Station and arriving at Fullerton Amtrak Station via Oceanside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Where do I catch the California State University, San Marcos to Fullerton bus from?

California State University, San Marcos to Fullerton bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Vista Transit Center Stall 5 station.

Where do I catch the California State University, San Marcos to Fullerton train from?

California State University, San Marcos to Fullerton train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Cal State San Marcos Station.

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California State University, San Marcos to Fullerton

Q: How far is it from California State University, San Marcos to Fullerton?

The distance between California State University, San Marcos and Fullerton is 80 miles. The road distance is 76.7 miles.

Q: How do I travel from California State University, San Marcos to Fullerton without a car?

The best way to get from California State University, San Marcos to Fullerton without a car is to tram and train which takes 3h 5m and costs $12 - $21.

Q: How long does it take to get from California State University, San Marcos to Fullerton?

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from California State University, San Marcos to Fullerton, including transfers.

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There are 3 ways to get from California State University, San Marcos to Fullerton by tram, train, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Cal State San Marcos Station to Oceanside Transit Centertram Sprinter
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 5m
$12–20
Line 303 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Vista Transit Center Stall 5 to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10bus 303 / ...
2. Take the bus from Oceanside to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 52m
$24–35
Drive 76.3 mi
1. Drive from California State University, San Marcos to Fullertoncar 76.3 mi
1h 24m
$14–21

California State University, San Marcos to Fullerton by foot, tram, and train

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3h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 79.6 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between California State University, San Marcos, CA, USA and Fullerton, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from California State University, San Marcos to Fullerton Amtrak Station via Mission Rd & Woodward St, Vista Transit Center Stall 5, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10, and Oceanside in around 4h 52m.

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