What is the cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Malibu?

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Malibu is to train and line 33 bus which costs $16 - $26 and takes 7h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to Malibu?

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Malibu is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and Malibu?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas station to Malibu. However, there are services departing from Encinitas Station Stall 3 and arriving at Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via Oceanside Transportation Center, Patsaouras Transit Plaza and 5th / Colorado. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Encinitas and Malibu?

No, there is no direct train from Encinitas station to Malibu station. However, there are services departing from Encinitas Station and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Union Station - Metro B & D Lines and 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Malibu?

The distance between Encinitas and Malibu is 136 miles. The road distance is 120.7 miles.

How do I travel from Encinitas to Malibu without a car?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Malibu without a car is to train and tram which takes 5h 31m and costs $60 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Encinitas to Malibu?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Encinitas to Malibu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Malibu bus from?

Encinitas to Malibu bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Oceanside Transportation Center station.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Malibu train from?

Encinitas to Malibu train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where does the Encinitas to Malibu bus arrive?

Encinitas to Malibu bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Downtown station.

Where does the Encinitas to Malibu train arrive?

Encinitas to Malibu train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Encinitas to Malibu?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Malibu is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Encinitas to Malibu.

Where can I stay near Malibu?

There are 227+ hotels available in Malibu.

Encinitas to Malibu - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and line 33 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Encinitas to Malibu by train, tram, bus (Flixbus), car, or bus

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
5h 31m
$62–102
Train, line 33 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oceanside to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
7h 10m
$16–26
Bus, line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from Oceanside Transportation Center to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2017
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
7h 3m
$18–30
Drive 120 mi
1. Drive from Encinitas to Malibucar 120 mi
2h 17m
$22–32

Encinitas to Malibu by train, subway, tram, and bus

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5h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 135.4 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and Malibu, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Encinitas Station Stall 3 to Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8, Oceanside Transportation Center, Los Angeles Downtown, Patsaouras Transit Plaza, 5th / Santa Monica, and 5th / Colorado in around 7h 3m.

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