What is the cheapest way to get from Davis to San Marcos?

The cheapest way to get from Davis to San Marcos is to bus which costs $80 - $170 and takes 17h.

What is the fastest way to get from Davis to San Marcos?

The fastest way to get from Davis to San Marcos is to bus and fly which takes 6h 15m and costs $95 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Davis and San Marcos?

No, there is no direct bus from Davis to San Marcos. However, there are services departing from F St. at 5th St. and arriving at Oceanside Transportation Center via 8Th St & K St and Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h.

Is there a direct train between Davis and San Marcos?

No, there is no direct train from Davis to San Marcos station. However, there are services departing from Davis and arriving at San Marcos Civic Center Station via Los Angeles and Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h.

How far is it from Davis to San Marcos?

The distance between Davis and San Marcos is 557 miles. The road distance is 496.3 miles.

How do I travel from Davis to San Marcos without a car?

The best way to get from Davis to San Marcos without a car is to bus which takes 17h and costs $80 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Davis to San Marcos?

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Davis to San Marcos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Davis to San Marcos bus from?

Davis to San Marcos bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Sacramento Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Davis to San Marcos train from?

Davis to San Marcos train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Davis station.

Train or bus from Davis to San Marcos?

The best way to get from Davis to San Marcos is to bus which takes 17h and costs $80 - $170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $200 - $420 and takes 18h.

Where does the Davis to San Marcos bus arrive?

Davis to San Marcos bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Oceanside Transportation Center station.

Where does the Davis to San Marcos train arrive?

Davis to San Marcos train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Davis to San Marcos?

Yes, the driving distance between Davis to San Marcos is 496 miles. It takes approximately 8h 12m to drive from Davis to San Marcos.

Where can I stay near San Marcos?

There are 976+ hotels available in San Marcos.

Davis to San Marcos - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Davis to San Marcos by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or train

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Bus to Sacramento International Airport, fly, bus
best
1. Take the bus from 5th St at G St. to Terminal Abus
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SMF - SAN
3. Take the bus from Broadway & 1st Av to Escondido Transit Centerbus
6h 15m
$98–290
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0831
17h
$82–163
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Davis to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
18h
$201–420
Drive 493.4 mi
1. Drive from Davis to San Marcoscar 493.4 mi
8h 12m
$91–131
Train to Oakland International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Davis to Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtraktrain
2. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane OAK - SAN
3. Take the bus from Broadway & 1st Av to Escondido Transit Centerbus
7h
$109–333

Davis to San Marcos by bus and tram (Greyhound)

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17hAverage Duration

$82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 553.8 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Davis, CA, USA and San Marcos, CA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Oceanside Transportation Center twice daily. Tickets cost $75–150 and the journey takes 13h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Davis to San Marcos Civic Center Station via Los Angeles, Oceanside, and Oceanside Transit Center in around 18h.

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