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How to get fromEncinitas to Otay Mesaby train, tram, car, taxi, or bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Encinitas to Otay Mesa by train, tram, car, taxi, or bus

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  1. Train, tram

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    1. Take the train from Encinitas Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depottrain train Coaster
    2. Take the tram from America Plaza Station to Iris Avenue Stationtram tram Blue
    1h 50m
    $6–26

  2. Drive 41.5 mi

    1. Drive from Encinitas to Otay Mesacar car 41.5 mi
    49 min
    $8–11

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Encinitas to Otay Mesataxi taxi 41.5 mi
    49 min
    $180–230

  4. Line 101 bus, tram

    1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & K St to UTC Transit Centerbus bus 101
    2. Take the tram from UTC Station to Iris Avenue Stationtram tram Blue
    2h 48m
    $6–25

Encinitas to Otay Mesa by train, tram, and bus

Calendar97Weekly Services
Duration1h 50mAverage Duration
Ticket$6Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 47.8 mi
  • Duration: 1h 50m

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

There is no direct connection from Encinitas to Otay Mesa. However, you can take the train to San Diego - Santa Fe Depot, walk to America Plaza Station, take the vehicle to Iris Avenue Station, walk to Iris Avenue Transit Center, then take the line 905 bus to Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd. Alternatively, you can drive from Encinitas to Otay Mesa in around 49 min.

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