What is the cheapest way to get from Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park?

The cheapest way to get from Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park?

The fastest way to get from Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Rancho Santa Fe and Balboa Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park. However, there are services departing from Paseo Delicias & Via De La Valle and arriving at Park Bl & Village Pl via Escondido Transit Center and 11th Av & C St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park?

The distance between Rancho Santa Fe and Balboa Park is 37 miles. The road distance is 24.5 miles.

How do I travel from Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park without a car?

The best way to get from Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park without a car is to line 308 bus and train which takes 1h 56m and costs $12 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park bus from?

Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Paseo Delicias & Via De La Valle station.

Where does the Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park bus arrive?

Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 station.

Can I drive from Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park is 24 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park.

Where can I stay near Balboa Park?

There are 2312+ hotels available in Balboa Park.

Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 308 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 308 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Paseo Delicias & La Fremontia to Hwy 101 & Plaza Stbus 308
2. Take the train from Solana Beach Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depottrain Coaster
1h 56m
$12–27
Drive 24.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Parkcar 24.4 mi
31 min
$5–7
Line 308 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Paseo Delicias & Via De La Valle to Escondido Transit Center Stall 13bus 308
2. Take the bus from Escondido Transit Center to Broadway & Park Blbus 235
2h 3m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Parktaxi 24.4 mi
31 min
$110–140

Rancho Santa Fe to Balboa Park by bus, train, and foot

101Weekly Services

1h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 36.7 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Rancho Santa Fe, CA, USA and Balboa Park, San Diego County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Paseo Delicias & Via De La Valle to Balboa Park via Escondido Transit Center Stall 13, Escondido Transit Center, Broadway & Park Bl, 11th Av & C St, and Park Bl & Village Pl in around 2h 3m.

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