What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego to Chula Vista?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego to Chula Vista is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to Chula Vista?

The fastest way to get from San Diego to Chula Vista is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between San Diego and Chula Vista?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 12th & Imperial Transit Center and arriving at 4th Av & Flower St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between San Diego and Chula Vista?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fifth Avenue Station station and arriving at E Street Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from San Diego to Chula Vista?

The distance between San Diego and Chula Vista is 7 miles. The road distance is 8.3 miles.

How do I travel from San Diego to Chula Vista without a car?

The best way to get from San Diego to Chula Vista without a car is to tram which takes 23 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from San Diego to Chula Vista?

The tram from Fifth Avenue Station to E Street Station takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the San Diego to Chula Vista bus from?

San Diego to Chula Vista bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from 12th & Imperial Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the San Diego to Chula Vista train from?

San Diego to Chula Vista train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Fifth Avenue Station.

Where does the San Diego to Chula Vista bus arrive?

San Diego to Chula Vista bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at 4th Av & Flower St station.

Where does the San Diego to Chula Vista train arrive?

San Diego to Chula Vista train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at E Street Station.

Can I drive from San Diego to Chula Vista?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego to Chula Vista is 8 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from San Diego to Chula Vista.

Where can I stay near Chula Vista?

There are 2080+ hotels available in Chula Vista.

San Diego to Chula Vista - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 929 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from San Diego to Chula Vista by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Fifth Avenue Station to E Street Stationtram Blue
23 min
Line 929 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 12th & Imperial Transit Center to 4th Av & Flower Stbus 929
36 min
$2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Diego to Chula Vistataxi 8.2 mi
11 min
$40–50
Drive 8.2 mi
1. Drive from San Diego to Chula Vistacar 8.2 mi
11 min
$2–3

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Distance: 7 mi
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between San Diego, CA, USA and Chula Vista, CA, USA?

San Diego Metro Transit operates a vehicle from Fifth Avenue Station to E Street Station every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, San Diego Metro Transit operates a bus from 12th & Imperial Transit Center to 4th Av & Flower St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 36 min.

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