What is the cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Encinitas?

The cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Encinitas is to drive which costs $10 - $16 and takes 1h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Encinitas?

The fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Encinitas is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Mesa and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from Costa Mesa to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from Oc Fair-Yellow Gate and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Santa Ana and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Costa Mesa to Encinitas?

The distance between Costa Mesa and Encinitas is 72 miles. The road distance is 59.8 miles.

How do I travel from Costa Mesa to Encinitas without a car?

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Encinitas without a car is to line 688 bus and train which takes 3h 5m and costs $22 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Costa Mesa to Encinitas?

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Costa Mesa to Encinitas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Costa Mesa to Encinitas bus from?

Costa Mesa to Encinitas bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Santa Ana station.

Where does the Costa Mesa to Encinitas bus arrive?

Costa Mesa to Encinitas bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Costa Mesa to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Mesa to Encinitas is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Costa Mesa to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 874+ hotels available in Encinitas.

Costa Mesa to Encinitas - 4 ways to travel via train, line 688 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Costa Mesa to Encinitas by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Line 688 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Oc Fair-Yellow Gate to Irvine Station-Dock 5bus 688
2. Take the train from Irvine to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 5m
$22–47
Drive 59.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Costa Mesa to Encinitascar 59.5 mi
1h 16m
$11–16
Bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Oceansidebus Los Angeles
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & K Stbus 101
3h 37m
$12–22
Line 55 bus, train, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Harbor-Bernard to Flower-6Thbus 55
2. Take the train from Santa Ana to Oceansidetrain
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & K Stbus 101
4h 31m
$15–22

Costa Mesa to Encinitas by bus and train

52Weekly Services

3h 5mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.7 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Costa Mesa, CA, USA and Encinitas, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Oc Fair-Yellow Gate to Hwy 101 & K St via Santa Ana, Oceanside, and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 in around 3h 37m.

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