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

The cheapest way to get from Del Mar to San Diego is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Del Mar to San Diego is to drive which takes 24 min and costs $3 - $6.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Del Mar to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Camino Del Mar & 15th St and arriving at 10th Av & Broadway via Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct and Fashion Valley Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Del Mar and San Diego?

No, there is no direct train from Del Mar station to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Solana Beach Station and arriving at San Diego - Santa Fe Depot via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Del Mar to San Diego?

The distance between Del Mar and San Diego is 28 miles. The road distance is 19.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Del Mar to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs $10 - $22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Del Mar to San Diego, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Del Mar to San Diego train from?

Del Mar to San Diego train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Solana Beach Station.

Train or bus from Del Mar to San Diego?

The best way to get from Del Mar to San Diego is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs $10 - $22. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and line 41 bus, which costs $6 - $15 and takes 1h 58m.

Where does the Del Mar to San Diego bus arrive?

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

Where does the Del Mar to San Diego train arrive?

Del Mar to San Diego train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at San Diego - Santa Fe Depot station.

Can I drive from Del Mar to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Del Mar to San Diego is 20 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Del Mar to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2103+ hotels available in San Diego.

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There are 5 ways to get from Del Mar to San Diego by train (Amtrak), bus, tram, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depottrain Coaster
1h 10m
$10–22
Line 101 bus, tram
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Camino Del Mar & 15th St to UTC Transit Centerbus 101
2. Take the tram from UTC Station to Civic Center Stationtram Blue
1h 30m
$4–20
Drive 19.5 mi
1. Drive from Del Mar to San Diegocar 19.5 mi
24 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Del Mar to San Diegotaxi 19.5 mi
24 min
$90–110
Line 101 bus, line 41 bus
1. Take the bus from Camino Del Mar & 15th St to UTC Transit Centerbus 101
2. Take the bus from Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct to Fashion Valley Transit Centerbus 41
1h 58m
$6–15

Del Mar to San Diego by bus and train

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Distance: 28.1 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

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

North County Transit operates a train from Solana Beach Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depot hourly. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 36 min. Amtrak also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Camino Del Mar & 15th St to 10th Av & Broadway via UTC Transit Center, Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct, and Fashion Valley Transit Center in around 1h 58m.

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