What is the cheapest way to get from San Marcos to Mission Valley?

The cheapest way to get from San Marcos to Mission Valley is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Marcos to Mission Valley?

The fastest way to get from San Marcos to Mission Valley is to drive which takes 33 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between San Marcos and Mission Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from San Marcos to Mission Valley. However, there are services departing from Mission Rd & Pico Av and arriving at Frazee Rd & Friars Rd via Escondido Transit Center and Clairemont Mesa Bl & Complex Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between San Marcos and Mission Valley?

No, there is no direct train from San Marcos station to Mission Valley station. However, there are services departing from San Marcos Civic Center Station and arriving at Hazard Center Station via Oceanside and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from San Marcos to Mission Valley?

The distance between San Marcos and Mission Valley is 39 miles. The road distance is 31.7 miles.

How do I travel from San Marcos to Mission Valley without a car?

The best way to get from San Marcos to Mission Valley without a car is to line 235 bus and line 928 bus which takes 2h 26m and costs $6 - $15.

How long does it take to get from San Marcos to Mission Valley?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from San Marcos to Mission Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Marcos to Mission Valley bus from?

San Marcos to Mission Valley bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Escondido Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the San Marcos to Mission Valley train from?

San Marcos to Mission Valley train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from San Marcos Civic Center Station.

Where does the San Marcos to Mission Valley bus arrive?

San Marcos to Mission Valley bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Clairemont Mesa Bl & Complex Dr station.

Where does the San Marcos to Mission Valley train arrive?

San Marcos to Mission Valley train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Oceanside Transit Center station.

Can I drive from San Marcos to Mission Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between San Marcos to Mission Valley is 32 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from San Marcos to Mission Valley.

Where can I stay near Mission Valley?

There are 2243+ hotels available in Mission Valley.

San Marcos to Mission Valley - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 235 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from San Marcos to Mission Valley by bus, tram, train, car, or taxi

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Line 235 bus, line 928 bus
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1. Take the bus from Escondido Transit Center to Clairemont Mesa Bl & Complex Drbus 235
2. Take the bus from Clairemont Mesa Bl & Complex Dr to Frazee Rd & Friars Rdbus 928
2h 26m
$6–15
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from San Marcos Civic Center Station to Oceanside Transit Centertram Sprinter
2. Take the train from Oceanside to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 38m
$14–32
Drive 31.5 mi
1. Drive from San Marcos to Mission Valleycar 31.5 mi
33 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Marcos to Mission Valleytaxi 31.5 mi
33 min
$140–170

San Marcos to Mission Valley by bus

135Weekly Buses

2h 26mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 38.6 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between San Marcos, CA, USA and Mission Valley, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Mission Rd & Pico Av to Frazee Rd & Friars Rd via Escondido Transit Center Stall 6, Escondido Transit Center, and Clairemont Mesa Bl & Complex Dr in around 2h 26m.

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