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

The cheapest way to get from Del Mar to Lancaster is to bus and train which costs $26 - $50 and takes 8h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Del Mar to Lancaster is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Del Mar and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from Del Mar station to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Solana Beach Amtrak Station and arriving at Lancaster via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Del Mar to Lancaster?

The distance between Del Mar and Lancaster is 181 miles. The road distance is 160.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Del Mar to Lancaster without a car is to train which takes 6h 36m and costs $40 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Del Mar to Lancaster, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Del Mar to Lancaster train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Del Mar to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Del Mar to Lancaster is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Del Mar to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 64+ hotels available in Lancaster.

Del Mar to Lancaster - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Del Mar to Lancaster by train (Amtrak), bus, train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain AV Line
6h 36m
$44–91
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oceanside Transportation Center to Glendale Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
2. Take the train from Glendale to Lancastertrain AV Line
8h 1m
$26–47
Drive 159.3 mi
1. Drive from Del Mar to Lancastercar 159.3 mi
3h 13m
$30–42

Del Mar to Lancaster by bus, train, and foot

52Weekly Services

6h 36mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.1 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Camino Del Mar & 15th St to Lancaster via Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Los Angeles, and L.A. Union Station in around 6h 36m.

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