What is the cheapest way to get from California to Vista?

The cheapest way to get from California to Vista is to train and line 303 bus which costs $14 - $22 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from California to Vista?

The fastest way to get from California to Vista is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between California and Vista?

No, there is no direct bus from California to Vista. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Vista Transit Center Stall 5 via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between California and Vista?

No, there is no direct train from California to Vista. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Vista Transit Center via Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from California to Vista?

The distance between California and Vista is 96 miles. The road distance is 92.5 miles.

How do I travel from California to Vista without a car?

The best way to get from California to Vista without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs $45 - $80.

How long does it take to get from California to Vista?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from California to Vista, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Vista bus from?

California to Vista bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Where do I catch the California to Vista train from?

California to Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from California to Vista?

The best way to get from California to Vista is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs $45 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 303 bus, which costs and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the California to Vista bus arrive?

California to Vista bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Where does the California to Vista train arrive?

California to Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from California to Vista?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Vista is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from California to Vista.

Where can I stay near Vista?

There are 1012+ hotels available in Vista.

California to Vista - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 303 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from California to Vista by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 42m
$49–80
Train, line 303 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Oceansidetrain OC Line
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 to Vista Transit Center Stall 5bus 303 / ...
3h 10m
$14–21
Bus, line 303 bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Oceansidebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 to Vista Transit Center Stall 5bus 303 / ...
3h 27m
Drive 91.9 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Vistacar 91.9 mi
1h 37m
$17–25

California to Vista by train and tram (Amtrak)

91Weekly Services

2h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 95.6 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between California, USA and Vista, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Oceanside hourly. Tickets cost $45–75 and the journey takes 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Los Angeles to Vista Transit Center Stall 5 via Oceanside and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 in around 3h 27m.

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