What is the cheapest way to get from Del Mar to Old Town San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Del Mar to Old Town San Diego is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Del Mar to Old Town San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Del Mar to Old Town San Diego is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $75 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Del Mar and Old Town San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Del Mar to Old Town San Diego. However, there are services departing from Camino Del Mar & 15th St and arriving at Taylor St & Sunset St via UTC Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Del Mar to Old Town San Diego?

The distance between Del Mar and Old Town San Diego is 25 miles. The road distance is 16.1 miles.

How do I travel from Del Mar to Old Town San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Del Mar to Old Town San Diego without a car is to line 101 bus and train which takes 1h 4m and costs $9 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Del Mar to Old Town San Diego?

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Del Mar to Old Town San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Del Mar to Old Town San Diego bus from?

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

Where does the Del Mar to Old Town San Diego bus arrive?

Del Mar to Old Town San Diego bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at UTC Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Del Mar to Old Town San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Del Mar to Old Town San Diego is 16 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Del Mar to Old Town San Diego.

Where can I stay near Old Town San Diego?

There are 2063+ hotels available in Old Town San Diego.

Del Mar to Old Town San Diego - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 101 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Del Mar to Old Town San Diego by bus, train, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 101 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Camino Del Mar & 15th St to Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Drbus 101
2. Take the train from Solana Beach Station to San Diego - Old Towntrain Coaster
1h 4m
$10–20
Drive 16 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Del Mar to Old Town San Diegocar 16 mi
20 min
$3–5
Line 101 bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Camino Del Mar & 15th St to UTC Transit Centerbus 101
2. Take the tram from UTC Station to Old Town Stationtram Blue
1h 16m
$4–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Del Mar to Old Town San Diegotaxi 16 mi
20 min
$75–90
Line 101 bus, line 105 bus
1. Take the bus from Camino Del Mar & 15th St to UTC Transit Centerbus 101
2. Take the bus from UTC Transit Center to Taylor St & Sunset Stbus 105
1h 57m
$4–10

Del Mar to Old Town San Diego by bus and train

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1h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 24.9 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Del Mar, CA, USA and Old Town San Diego, San Diego County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Camino Del Mar & 15th St to Taylor St & Sunset St via UTC Transit Center in around 1h 57m.

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