What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego Zoo to Del Mar?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego Zoo to Del Mar is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego Zoo to Del Mar?

The fastest way to get from San Diego Zoo to Del Mar is to drive which takes 22 min and costs $3 - $5.

Is there a direct bus between San Diego Zoo and Del Mar?

No, there is no direct bus from San Diego Zoo to Del Mar. However, there are services departing from 5th Av & Upas St and arriving at Camino Del Mar & 15th St via Fashion Valley Transit Center and Gilman Dr & Myers Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from San Diego Zoo to Del Mar?

The distance between San Diego Zoo and Del Mar is 27 miles. The road distance is 19 miles.

How do I travel from San Diego Zoo to Del Mar without a car?

The best way to get from San Diego Zoo to Del Mar without a car is to tram and line 101 bus which takes 2h 19m and costs $6 - $25.

How long does it take to get from San Diego Zoo to Del Mar?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from San Diego Zoo to Del Mar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Diego Zoo to Del Mar bus from?

San Diego Zoo to Del Mar bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from 5th Av & Upas St station.

Where does the San Diego Zoo to Del Mar bus arrive?

San Diego Zoo to Del Mar bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Fashion Valley Transit Center station.

Can I drive from San Diego Zoo to Del Mar?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego Zoo to Del Mar is 19 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from San Diego Zoo to Del Mar.

Where can I stay near Del Mar?

There are 518+ hotels available in Del Mar.

San Diego Zoo to Del Mar - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 101 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from San Diego Zoo to Del Mar by tram, bus, train, car, or taxi

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Tram, line 101 bus
best
1. Take the tram from City College Station to UTC Stationtram Blue
2. Take the bus from UTC Transit Center to Camino Del Mar & 15th Stbus 101
2h 19m
$6–25
Drive 18.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Diego Zoo to Del Marcar 18.9 mi
22 min
$4–5
Line 215 bus, train
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
Line 120 bus, line 41 bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from 5th Av & Upas St to Fashion Valley Transit Centerbus 120
2. Take the bus from Fashion Valley Transit Center to Gilman Dr & Villa La Jolla Drbus 41
3. Take the bus from Gilman Dr & Myers Dr to Camino Del Mar & 15th Stbus 101
2h 39m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Diego Zoo to Del Martaxi 18.9 mi
22 min
$85–110

San Diego Zoo to Del Mar by foot, bus, and tram

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2h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 27.1 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between San Diego Zoo, CA, USA and Del Mar, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from San Diego Zoo to Camino Del Mar & 15th St via 5th Av & Upas St, Fashion Valley Transit Center, Gilman Dr & Villa La Jolla Dr, and Gilman Dr & Myers Dr in around 2h 39m.

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