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

The cheapest way to get from Otay Mesa to Escondido is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Otay Mesa to Escondido is to drive which takes 49 min and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Otay Mesa and Escondido?

No, there is no direct bus from Otay Mesa to Escondido. However, there are services departing from Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd and arriving at Escondido Transit Center via Otay Mesa Transit Center and Broadway & Park Bl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Otay Mesa to Escondido?

The distance between Otay Mesa and Escondido is 54 miles. The road distance is 45.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Otay Mesa to Escondido without a car is to tram and bus which takes 2h 13m and costs $6 - $23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Otay Mesa to Escondido, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Otay Mesa to Escondido bus arrive?

Otay Mesa to Escondido bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Broadway & Park Bl station.

Can I drive from Otay Mesa to Escondido?

Yes, the driving distance between Otay Mesa to Escondido is 45 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Otay Mesa to Escondido.

Where can I stay near Escondido?

There are 575+ hotels available in Escondido.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Otay Mesa to Escondido by tram, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram, bus
best
1. Take the tram from Iris Avenue Station to City College Stationtram Blue
2. Take the bus from Broadway & Park Bl to Escondido Transit Centerbus 235
2h 13m
$6–23
Drive 44.9 mi
1. Drive from Otay Mesa to Escondidocar 44.9 mi
49 min
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Otay Mesa to Escondidotaxi 44.9 mi
49 min
$200–240
Tram, bus via Broadway & 8th Av
1. Take the tram from Iris Avenue Station to City College Stationtram Blue
2. Take the bus from Broadway & 8th Av to Escondido Transit Centerbus 280
2h 35m
$6–23
Line 225 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Otay Mesa Transit Center to Broadway & Park Blbus 225
2. Take the bus from Broadway & Park Bl to Escondido Transit Centerbus 235
2h 48m
$6–15

Otay Mesa to Escondido by bus and tram

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2h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 54 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd to Escondido Transit Center via Otay Mesa Transit Center and Broadway & Park Bl in around 2h 48m.

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