What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista?

The fastest way to get from Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $50 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown San Diego and Chula Vista?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 12th & Imperial Transit Center and arriving at E St & 4th Av. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct train between Downtown San Diego and Chula Vista?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from City College Station station and arriving at E Street Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista?

The distance between Downtown San Diego and Chula Vista is 7 miles. The road distance is 10.4 miles.

How do I travel from Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista without a car?

The best way to get from Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista without a car is to tram which takes 27 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista?

The tram from City College Station to E Street Station takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista bus from?

Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from 12th & Imperial Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista train from?

Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from City College Station.

Where does the Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista bus arrive?

Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at E St & 4th Av station.

Where does the Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista train arrive?

Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at E Street Station.

Can I drive from Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista is 10 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista.

Where can I stay near Chula Vista?

There are 1766+ hotels available in Chula Vista.

Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista - 4 ways to travel via tram, and line 929 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Downtown San Diego to Chula Vista by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from City College Station to E Street Stationtram Blue
27 min
Line 929 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 12th & Imperial Transit Center to E St & 4th Avbus 929
59 min
$2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downtown San Diego to Chula Vistataxi 10.3 mi
13 min
$50–60
Drive 10.3 mi
1. Drive from Downtown San Diego to Chula Vistacar 10.3 mi
13 min
$2–3

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Distance: 7 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Downtown San Diego, CA, USA and Chula Vista, CA, USA?

San Diego Metro Transit operates a vehicle from City College Station to E Street Station every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, San Diego Metro Transit operates a bus from 12th & Imperial Transit Center to E St & 4th Av every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 37 min.

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