What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff-by-the-Sea and Vista?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista. However, there are services departing from Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr and arriving at Vista Transit Center Stall 5 via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff-by-the-Sea and Vista?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff-by-the-Sea station to Vista. However, there are services departing from Solana Beach Amtrak Station and arriving at Vista Transit Center via Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista?

The distance between Cardiff-by-the-Sea and Vista is 27 miles. The road distance is 15.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista without a car is to train and tram which takes 2h 1m and costs $9 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista?

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista bus from?

Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista train from?

Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where does the Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista bus arrive?

Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 station.

Where does the Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista train arrive?

Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista is 16 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista.

Where can I stay near Vista?

There are 985+ hotels available in Vista.

Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista - 4 ways to travel via train, tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista by train, tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Oceanside Transit Center to Vista Transit Centertram Sprinter
2h 1m
$10–23
Line 101 bus, line 303 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 to Vista Transit Center Stall 5bus 303 / ...
2h 7m
$2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vistataxi 15.8 mi
25 min
$50–65
Drive 15.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vistacar 15.8 mi
25 min
$3–5

Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Vista by bus, train, and tram

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Distance: 27.1 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, USA and Vista, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr to Vista Transit Center Stall 5 via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 in around 2h 7m.

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