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

The cheapest way to get from San Diego Zoo to Encinitas is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from San Diego Zoo to Encinitas is to drive which takes 28 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between San Diego Zoo and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct bus from San Diego Zoo to Encinitas. However, there are services departing from 5th Av & Upas St and arriving at Hwy 101 & K St via Fashion Valley Transit Center and Gilman Dr & Myers Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

Is there a direct train between San Diego Zoo and Encinitas?

No, there is no direct train from San Diego Zoo station to Encinitas station. However, there are services departing from City College Station and arriving at Encinitas Station via San Diego - Old Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from San Diego Zoo to Encinitas?

The distance between San Diego Zoo and Encinitas is 33 miles. The road distance is 25 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Diego Zoo to Encinitas without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from San Diego Zoo to Encinitas, including transfers.

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

San Diego Zoo to Encinitas bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Fashion Valley Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the San Diego Zoo to Encinitas train from?

San Diego Zoo to Encinitas train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from City College Station.

Where does the San Diego Zoo to Encinitas bus arrive?

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

Where does the San Diego Zoo to Encinitas train arrive?

San Diego Zoo to Encinitas train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Old Town Station.

Can I drive from San Diego Zoo to Encinitas?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego Zoo to Encinitas is 25 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from San Diego Zoo to Encinitas.

Where can I stay near Encinitas?

There are 963+ hotels available in Encinitas.

San Diego Zoo to Encinitas - 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 Encinitas by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from City College Station to Old Town Stationtram Blue
2. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Encinitas Stationtrain Coaster
2h 17m
Drive 24.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Diego Zoo to Encinitascar 24.9 mi
28 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 & K Stbus 101
2h 39m
$6–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Diego Zoo to Encinitastaxi 24.9 mi
28 min
$110–140
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 & K Stbus 101
2h 53m
$6–15

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Distance: 32.9 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

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

You can take a vehicle from San Diego Zoo to Hwy 101 & K St via 5th Av & Upas St, Fashion Valley Transit Center, Gilman Dr & Villa La Jolla Dr, and Gilman Dr & Myers Dr in around 2h 53m.

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