What is the cheapest way to get from Del Mar to Downey?

The cheapest way to get from Del Mar to Downey is to line 101 bus and train which costs $13 - $22 and takes 5h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Del Mar to Downey?

The fastest way to get from Del Mar to Downey is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Del Mar and Downey?

No, there is no direct bus from Del Mar to Downey. However, there are services departing from Camino Del Mar & 15th St and arriving at Downey via San Diego. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Del Mar and Downey?

No, there is no direct train from Del Mar station to Downey station. However, there are services departing from Solana Beach Amtrak Station and arriving at Lakewood Blvd Station via Union Station - Metro A-Line and Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro C-Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Del Mar to Downey?

The distance between Del Mar and Downey is 107 miles. The road distance is 91.9 miles.

How do I travel from Del Mar to Downey without a car?

The best way to get from Del Mar to Downey without a car is to line 101 bus and bus which takes 3h 44m and costs $17 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Del Mar to Downey?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Del Mar to Downey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Del Mar to Downey bus from?

Del Mar to Downey bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Camino Del Mar & 15th St station.

Where do I catch the Del Mar to Downey train from?

Del Mar to Downey train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Del Mar to Downey?

The best way to get from Del Mar to Downey is to line 101 bus and bus which takes 3h 44m and costs $17 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $80 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Del Mar to Downey bus arrive?

Del Mar to Downey bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Gilman Dr & Myers Dr station.

Where does the Del Mar to Downey train arrive?

Del Mar to Downey train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Del Mar to Downey?

Yes, the driving distance between Del Mar to Downey is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Del Mar to Downey.

Where can I stay near Downey?

There are 2325+ hotels available in Downey.

Del Mar to Downey - 5 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Del Mar to Downey by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

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Line 101 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Camino Del Mar & 15th St to Gilman Dr & Myers Drbus 101
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Downeybus FlixBus 2037
3h 44m
$18–31
Line 101 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Camino Del Mar & 15th St to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Norwalk / Santa Fe Springstrain OC Line
5h 1m
$14–22
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 17m
$36–79
Drive 91.4 mi
1. Drive from Del Mar to Downeycar 91.4 mi
1h 39m
$17–25
Train, line 460 bus
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Disneyland Employee's Entrance to Norwalk Stationbus 460
5h 26m
$28–55

Del Mar to Downey by bus, foot, and tram

6Weekly Services

3h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 106.4 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Del Mar, CA, USA and Downey, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Camino Del Mar & 15th St to Downey via Gilman Dr & Myers Dr, UCSD Central Campus Station, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, and San Diego in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 2h 17m.

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