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

The cheapest way to get from San Marcos to Simi Valley is to tram and train and subway and bus and line 10 bus which costs $17 - $30 and takes 7h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Marcos to Simi Valley is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $25 - $40.

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

No, there is no direct train from San Marcos station to Simi Valley. However, there are services departing from San Marcos Civic Center Station and arriving at Simi Valley Amtrak via Oceanside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from San Marcos to Simi Valley?

The distance between San Marcos and Simi Valley is 149 miles. The road distance is 139.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Marcos to Simi Valley without a car is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs $35 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from San Marcos to Simi Valley, including transfers.

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

San Marcos to Simi Valley bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Mission Rd & Pico Av station.

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

San Marcos to Simi Valley train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oceanside station.

Train or bus from San Marcos to Simi Valley?

The best way to get from San Marcos to Simi Valley is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs $35 - $90. Alternatively, you can line 305 bus and line 303 bus and bus and line 10 bus, which costs $20 - $40 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the San Marcos to Simi Valley bus arrive?

San Marcos to Simi Valley bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Vista Transit Center Stall 7 station.

Where does the San Marcos to Simi Valley train arrive?

San Marcos to Simi Valley train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Simi Valley Amtrak station.

Can I drive from San Marcos to Simi Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between San Marcos to Simi Valley is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from San Marcos to Simi Valley.

Where can I stay near Simi Valley?

There are 149+ hotels available in Simi Valley.

San Marcos to Simi Valley - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 305 bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between San Marcos and Simi Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from San Marcos to Simi Valley. However, there are services departing from Mission Rd & Pico Av and arriving at Cochran Street and First Street via Vista Transit Center Stall 5, Oceanside Transportation Center, Hill St & 5th St and Metrolink Chatsworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

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There are 4 ways to get from San Marcos to Simi Valley by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, tram, train, subway, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Simi Valley Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 40m
$38–88
Tram, train, subway, bus, line 10 bus
cheapest
1. Take the tram from San Marcos Civic Center Station to Oceanside Transit Centertram
2. Take the train from Oceanside to L.A. Union Stationtrain
3. Take the subway from Union Station - Metro B & D Lines to North Hollywood Stationsubway
4. Take the bus from North Hollywood Station to Chatsworth Stationbus
5. Take the bus from Metrolink Chatsworth to Cochran Street and First Streetbus 10
7h 27m
$18–30
Line 305 bus, line 303 bus, bus, line 10 bus
1. Take the bus from Mission Rd & Pico Av to Vista Transit Center Stall 7bus 305
2. Take the bus from Vista Transit Center Stall 5 to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10bus 303 / ...
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transportation Center to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Hill St & 5th St to Chatsworth Metrolink Stationbus 419
5. Take the bus from Metrolink Chatsworth to Cochran Street and First Streetbus 10
9h 5m
$20–38
Drive 138.8 mi
1. Drive from San Marcos to Simi Valleycar 138.8 mi
2h 26m
$26–37

San Marcos to Simi Valley by tram, train, and bus (Amtrak)

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6h 40mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148.3 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Oceanside to Simi Valley Amtrak 5 times a day. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mission Rd & Pico Av to Cochran Street and First Street via Vista Transit Center Stall 5, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10, Oceanside Transportation Center, Los Angeles Union Station, Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, Pershing Square Station, Hill St & 5th St, Chatsworth Metrolink Station, and Metrolink Chatsworth in around 9h 5m.

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