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How to get fromSan Diego to Salton Sea State Recreation Areaby bus or car

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There are 2 ways to get from San Diego to Salton Sea State Recreation Area by bus or car

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  1. Bus, drive

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    1. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Christmas Circle & Palm Canyon Rdbus bus 891 / ...
    2. Drive from Christmas Circle & Palm Canyon Rd to Salton Sea State Recreation Areacar car
    6h 12m
    $16–39

  2. Drive 151.5 mi

    1. Drive from San Diego to Salton Sea State Recreation Areacar car 151.5 mi
    3h 30m
    $28–40

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  • Distance: 174.2 mi
  • Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between San Diego, CA, USA and Salton Sea State Recreation Area, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from San Diego to Salton Sea State Recreation Area. However, you can take the vehicle to El Cajon Station, walk to El Cajon Transit Center, take the bus to Christmas Circle & Palm Canyon Rd, then drive to Salton Sea State Recreation Area. Alternatively, you can drive from San Diego to Salton Sea State Recreation Area in around 3h 30m.

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