What is the cheapest way to get from Pasadena to Poway?

The cheapest way to get from Pasadena to Poway is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pasadena to Poway?

The fastest way to get from Pasadena to Poway is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Pasadena and Poway?

No, there is no direct bus from Pasadena station to Poway. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at Hilleary Pl & Hilleary Park Dr via Santa Fe Depot and Sabre Springs & Penasquitos Transit Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Pasadena and Poway?

No, there is no direct train from Pasadena station to Poway station. However, there are services departing from Memorial Park Station and arriving at Solana Beach Amtrak Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Pasadena to Poway?

The distance between Pasadena and Poway is 131 miles. The road distance is 120.6 miles.

How do I travel from Pasadena to Poway without a car?

The best way to get from Pasadena to Poway without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs $110 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Pasadena to Poway?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Pasadena to Poway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to Poway bus from?

Pasadena to Poway bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to Poway train from?

Pasadena to Poway train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Pasadena to Poway?

The best way to get from Pasadena to Poway is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs $110 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $24 - $55 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Pasadena to Poway bus arrive?

Pasadena to Poway bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Where does the Pasadena to Poway train arrive?

Pasadena to Poway train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Pasadena to Poway?

Yes, the driving distance between Pasadena to Poway is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Pasadena to Poway.

Where can I stay near Poway?

There are 373+ hotels available in Poway.

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There are 3 ways to get from Pasadena to Poway by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 56m
$117–182
Drive 119.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pasadena to Powaycar 119.9 mi
2h 10m
$22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
6h 58m
$25–52

Pasadena to Poway by tram and bus

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Distance: 129.9 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Pasadena, CA, USA and Poway, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Station hourly. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, Greyhound-us operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop twice daily, and the journey takes 3h 25m. Greyhound USA also services this route twice daily.

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