What is the cheapest way to get from Encinitas to La Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to La Mesa is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to La Mesa?

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to La Mesa is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and La Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas to La Mesa. However, there are services departing from Hwy 101 & K St and arriving at University Av & Allison Av via Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct and Fashion Valley Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Encinitas and La Mesa?

No, there is no direct train from Encinitas station to La Mesa station. However, there are services departing from Encinitas Station and arriving at 70th Street Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Encinitas to La Mesa?

The distance between Encinitas and La Mesa is 38 miles. The road distance is 28.5 miles.

How do I travel from Encinitas to La Mesa without a car?

The best way to get from Encinitas to La Mesa without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 12m and costs $4 - $21.

How long does it take to get from Encinitas to La Mesa?

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Encinitas to La Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to La Mesa bus from?

Encinitas to La Mesa bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Hwy 101 & K St station.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to La Mesa train from?

Encinitas to La Mesa train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Encinitas Station.

Where does the Encinitas to La Mesa bus arrive?

Encinitas to La Mesa bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at UTC Transit Center station.

Where does the Encinitas to La Mesa train arrive?

Encinitas to La Mesa train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at San Diego - Old Town station.

Can I drive from Encinitas to La Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to La Mesa is 29 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Encinitas to La Mesa.

Where can I stay near La Mesa?

There are 2185+ hotels available in La Mesa.

Encinitas to La Mesa - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 101 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Encinitas to La Mesa by train, tram, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Encinitas Station to San Diego - Old Towntrain Coaster
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to 70th Street Stationtram Green
1h 12m
$4–20
Line 101 bus, line 41 bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & K St to UTC Transit Centerbus 101
2. Take the bus from Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct to Fashion Valley Transit Centerbus 41
3. Take the bus from Fashion Valley Transit Center to University Av & Allison Avbus 1
2h 55m
$6–15
Drive 28.4 mi
1. Drive from Encinitas to La Mesacar 28.4 mi
34 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Encinitas to La Mesataxi 28.4 mi
34 min
$130–160
Train, tram via Courthouse Station
1. Take the train from Encinitas Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depottrain Coaster
2. Take the tram from Courthouse Station to La Mesa Blvd Stationtram Orange
1h 38m
$4–22

Encinitas to La Mesa by train and tram

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Distance: 37.5 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and La Mesa, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Hwy 101 & K St to University Av & Allison Av via UTC Transit Center, Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct, and Fashion Valley Transit Center in around 2h 55m.

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