What is the cheapest way to get from Moonlight Beach to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Moonlight Beach to San Diego is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Moonlight Beach to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Moonlight Beach to San Diego is to drive which takes 28 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Moonlight Beach and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Moonlight Beach station to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Encinitas Station Stall 2 and arriving at 10th Av & Broadway via Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct and Fashion Valley Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Moonlight Beach and San Diego?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Encinitas Station station and arriving at San Diego - Santa Fe Depot. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Moonlight Beach to San Diego?

The distance between Moonlight Beach and San Diego is 30 miles. The road distance is 26.6 miles.

How do I travel from Moonlight Beach to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Moonlight Beach to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs $2 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Moonlight Beach to San Diego?

The train from Encinitas Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depot takes 42 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Moonlight Beach to San Diego bus from?

Moonlight Beach to San Diego bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Encinitas Station Stall 2.

Where do I catch the Moonlight Beach to San Diego train from?

Moonlight Beach to San Diego train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Encinitas Station.

Train or bus from Moonlight Beach to San Diego?

The best way to get from Moonlight Beach to San Diego is to train which takes 50 min and costs $2 - $7. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and line 41 bus, which costs $6 - $15 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Moonlight Beach to San Diego bus arrive?

Moonlight Beach to San Diego bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at UTC Transit Center station.

Where does the Moonlight Beach to San Diego train arrive?

Moonlight Beach to San Diego train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at San Diego - Santa Fe Depot station.

Can I drive from Moonlight Beach to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Moonlight Beach to San Diego is 27 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Moonlight Beach to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2308+ hotels available in San Diego.

Moonlight Beach to San Diego - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 101 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Moonlight Beach to San Diego by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Encinitas Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depottrain Coaster
50 min
$2–7
Line 101 bus, line 41 bus
1. Take the bus from Encinitas Station Stall 2 to UTC Transit Centerbus 101
2. Take the bus from Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct to Fashion Valley Transit Centerbus 41
2h 27m
$6–15
Drive 26.4 mi
1. Drive from Moonlight Beach to San Diegocar 26.4 mi
28 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Moonlight Beach to San Diegotaxi 26.4 mi
28 min
$120–150

Moonlight Beach to San Diego by foot and train

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Distance: 30.1 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Moonlight Beach, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

North County Transit operates a train from Encinitas Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depot hourly. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Moonlight Beach to 10th Av & Broadway via Encinitas Station Stall 2, UTC Transit Center, Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct, and Fashion Valley Transit Center in around 2h 27m.

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