What is the cheapest way to get from Encinitas to California State University, San Marcos?

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to California State University, San Marcos is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to California State University, San Marcos?

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to California State University, San Marcos is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and California State University, San Marcos?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas station to California State University, San Marcos. However, there are services departing from Encinitas Station Stall 5 and arriving at CSUSM Craven Circle via Palomar College Transit Center Stall 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Encinitas and California State University, San Marcos?

No, there is no direct train from Encinitas station to California State University, San Marcos station. However, there are services departing from Encinitas Station and arriving at Cal State San Marcos Station via Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to California State University, San Marcos bus from?

Encinitas to California State University, San Marcos bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Encinitas Station Stall 5.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to California State University, San Marcos train from?

Encinitas to California State University, San Marcos train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Encinitas Station.

Where can I stay near California State University, San Marcos?

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Encinitas to California State University, San Marcos

Q: How far is it from Encinitas to California State University, San Marcos?

The distance between Encinitas and California State University, San Marcos is 30 miles. The road distance is 13.3 miles.

Q: How do I travel from Encinitas to California State University, San Marcos without a car?

The best way to get from Encinitas to California State University, San Marcos without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 35m and costs $4 - $14.

Q: How long does it take to get from Encinitas to California State University, San Marcos?

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Encinitas to California State University, San Marcos, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from Encinitas to California State University, San Marcos by train, tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Encinitas Station to Oceanside Transit Center Platform 3train Coaster
2. Take the tram from Oceanside Transit Center to Cal State San Marcos Stationtram Sprinter
1h 35m
$4–14
Line 304 bus, line 347 bus
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1. Take the bus from Encinitas Station Stall 5 to Palomar College Transit Center Stall 1bus 304 / ...
2. Take the bus from Palomar College Transit Center Stall 4 to CSUSM Craven Circlebus 347
1h 42m
$2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Encinitas to California State University, San Marcostaxi 13.2 mi
21 min
$40–55
Drive 13.2 mi
1. Drive from Encinitas to California State University, San Marcoscar 13.2 mi
21 min
$3–4

Encinitas to California State University, San Marcos by train, tram, and foot

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1h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 29.3 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and California State University, San Marcos, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Encinitas Station Stall 5 to California State University, San Marcos via Palomar College Transit Center Stall 4 and CSUSM Craven Circle in around 1h 42m.

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