What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station?

The fastest way to get from San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between San Diego and Cal State San Marcos Station?

No, there is no direct bus from San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station. However, there are services departing from Broadway & 8th Av and arriving at Escondido Transit Center via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between San Diego and Cal State San Marcos Station?

No, there is no direct train from San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station station. However, there are services departing from San Diego and arriving at Cal State San Marcos Station via Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station?

The distance between San Diego and Cal State San Marcos Station is 36 miles. The road distance is 34.6 miles.

How do I travel from San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station without a car?

The best way to get from San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station without a car is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs $4 - $12.

How long does it take to get from San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station bus from?

San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Broadway & 8th Av station.

Where do I catch the San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station train from?

San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Where does the San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station bus arrive?

San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Escondido Transit Center station.

Where does the San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station train arrive?

San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station is 35 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station.

Where can I stay near Cal State San Marcos Station?

There are 931+ hotels available in Cal State San Marcos Station.

San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station by bus, train, tram, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the bus from Broadway & 8th Av to Escondido Transit Centerbus 280
1h 15m
$4–12
Train, tram
1. Take the train from San Diego to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Oceanside Transit Center to Cal State San Marcos Stationtram Sprinter
1h 59m
$15–34
Drive 34.4 mi
1. Drive from San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Stationcar 34.4 mi
38 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Stationtaxi 34.4 mi
38 min
$150–190
Bus via Broadway & 5th Av
1. Take the bus from Broadway & 5th Av to Escondido Transit Centerbus 235 / ...
1h 43m
$4–12

San Diego to Cal State San Marcos Station by bus and tram

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Distance: 35.7 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between San Diego, CA, USA and Cal State San Marcos Station, CA, USA?

San Diego Metro Transit operates a bus from Broadway & 8th Av to Escondido Transit Center every 4 hours. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 45 min.

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