What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The fastest way to get from San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to drive which takes 25 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between San Diego Zoo and Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea. However, there are services departing from 5th Av & Upas St and arriving at Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr via Fashion Valley Transit Center and Gilman Dr & Myers Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The distance between San Diego Zoo and Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 31 miles. The road distance is 23.4 miles.

How do I travel from San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea without a car is to line 215 bus and train which takes 2h 33m and costs $11 - $27.

How long does it take to get from San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus from?

San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Fashion Valley Transit Center station.

Where does the San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus arrive?

San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Gilman Dr & Villa La Jolla Dr station.

Can I drive from San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 23 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

Where can I stay near Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

There are 839+ hotels available in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train

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There are 5 ways to get from San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea by bus, train, tram, car, or taxi

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Line 215 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Park Bl & Zoo Pl to India St & C Stbus 215
2. Take the train from San Diego to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 33m
$12–27
Drive 23.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Seacar 23.2 mi
25 min
$5–7
Tram, line 101 bus
1. Take the tram from City College Station to UTC Stationtram Blue
2. Take the bus from UTC Transit Center to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Drbus 101
2h 35m
$6–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Seataxi 23.2 mi
25 min
$100–130
Line 41 bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Fashion Valley Transit Center to Gilman Dr & Villa La Jolla Drbus 41
2. Take the bus from Gilman Dr & Myers Dr to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Drbus 101
2h 55m
$6–15

San Diego Zoo to Cardiff-by-the-Sea by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 30.8 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between San Diego Zoo, CA, USA and Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from San Diego Zoo to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr via 5th Av & Upas St, Fashion Valley Transit Center, Gilman Dr & Villa La Jolla Dr, and Gilman Dr & Myers Dr in around 2h 55m.

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