What is the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to Valley Center?

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to Valley Center is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Valley Center?

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Valley Center is to drive which takes 2h and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles and Valley Center?

No, there is no direct bus from Los Angeles to Valley Center. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Valley Center Rd & Calle De Vista via Plaza St & Highway 101 and Escondido Transit Center Stall 14. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Los Angeles and Valley Center?

No, there is no direct train from Los Angeles to Valley Center. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Escondido Transit Center via Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Los Angeles to Valley Center?

The distance between Los Angeles and Valley Center is 118 miles. The road distance is 107.3 miles.

How do I travel from Los Angeles to Valley Center without a car?

The best way to get from Los Angeles to Valley Center without a car is to train and tram which takes 4h 41m and costs $30 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Los Angeles to Valley Center?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Los Angeles to Valley Center, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles to Valley Center bus from?

Los Angeles to Valley Center bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles to Valley Center train from?

Los Angeles to Valley Center train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Where does the Los Angeles to Valley Center bus arrive?

Los Angeles to Valley Center bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where does the Los Angeles to Valley Center train arrive?

Los Angeles to Valley Center train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Los Angeles to Valley Center?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles to Valley Center is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Los Angeles to Valley Center.

Where can I stay near Valley Center?

There are 125+ hotels available in Valley Center.

Los Angeles to Valley Center - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Los Angeles to Valley Center by train, tram, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Oceanside Transit Center to Escondido Transit Centertram Sprinter
4h 41m
$31–68
Train, tram via L.A. Union Station
cheapest
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Oceansidetrain OC Line
2. Take the tram from Oceanside Transit Center to Escondido Transit Centertram Sprinter
4h 42m
$16–28
Bus, line 308 bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Plaza St & Highway 101 to Escondido Transit Center Stall 13bus 308
5h 40m
$38–55
Drive 106.7 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Valley Centercar 106.7 mi
2h
$20–29

Los Angeles to Valley Center by train, tram, and bus

75Weekly Services

4h 41mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 117.4 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Los Angeles, CA, USA and Valley Center, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Los Angeles to Valley Center Rd & Calle De Vista via Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Plaza St & Highway 101, and Escondido Transit Center Stall 14 in around 5h 40m.

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