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

The cheapest way to get from Otay Mesa to Encinitas is to drive which costs $7 - $12 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Otay Mesa to Encinitas is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Otay Mesa and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from Otay Mesa to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Otay Mesa Transit Center, San Diego and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Otay Mesa and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct train from Otay Mesa station to Encinitas station. However, there are services departing from Iris Avenue Station and arriving at Encinitas Station via San Diego - Old Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Otay Mesa to Encinitas?

The distance between Otay Mesa and Encinitas is 48 miles. The road distance is 42.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Otay Mesa to Encinitas without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Otay Mesa to Encinitas, including transfers.

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

Otay Mesa to Encinitas bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Otay Mesa Transit Center station.

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

Otay Mesa to Encinitas train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Iris Avenue Station.

Where does the Otay Mesa to Encinitas bus arrive?

Otay Mesa to Encinitas bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at India St & C St station.

Where does the Otay Mesa to Encinitas train arrive?

Otay Mesa to Encinitas train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Old Town Station.

Can I drive from Otay Mesa to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between Otay Mesa to Encinitas is 42 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Otay Mesa to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 827+ hotels available in Encinitas.

Otay Mesa to Encinitas - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Otay Mesa to Encinitas by tram, train, bus (Amtrak), car, taxi, or bus

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Iris Avenue Station to Old Town Stationtram Blue
2. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Encinitas Stationtrain Coaster
2h 42m
Tram, line 101 bus
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Iris Avenue Station to UTC Stationtram Blue
2. Take the bus from UTC Transit Center to Hwy 101 & K Stbus 101
3h 4m
$6–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Otay Mesa Transit Center to India St & C Stbus 225
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 40m
$14–26
Drive 42.1 mi
1. Drive from Otay Mesa to Encinitascar 42.1 mi
47 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Otay Mesa to Encinitastaxi 42.1 mi
47 min
$190–230

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Distance: 47.9 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd to Hwy 101 & K St via Otay Mesa Transit Center, India St & C St, San Diego, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr in around 3h 40m.

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