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

The cheapest way to get from Del Mar to San Diego Zoo is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Del Mar to San Diego Zoo is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $85 - $110.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Del Mar to San Diego Zoo. However, there are services departing from Camino Del Mar & 15th St and arriving at 4th Av & Upas St via Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct and Fashion Valley Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Del Mar to San Diego Zoo?

The distance between Del Mar and San Diego Zoo is 31 miles. The road distance is 18.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Del Mar to San Diego Zoo without a car is to train and line 215 bus which takes 1h 45m and costs $12 - $27.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Del Mar to San Diego Zoo, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Del Mar to San Diego Zoo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Del Mar to San Diego Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Del Mar to San Diego Zoo is 19 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Del Mar to San Diego Zoo.

Where can I stay near San Diego Zoo?

There are 2239+ hotels available in San Diego Zoo.

Del Mar to San Diego Zoo - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 215 bus

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

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Train, line 215 bus
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depottrain Coaster
2. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot to Park Bl & Zoo Plbus 215
1h 45m
$12–27
Drive 18.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Del Mar to San Diego Zoocar 18.6 mi
22 min
$4–5
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 City College Stationtram Blue
1h 56m
$6–25
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
2h 31m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Del Mar to San Diego Zootaxi 18.6 mi
22 min
$85–110

Del Mar to San Diego Zoo by bus, train, and foot

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1h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 31.3 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Camino Del Mar & 15th St to San Diego Zoo via UTC Transit Center, Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct, Fashion Valley Transit Center, and 4th Av & Upas St in around 2h 31m.

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