What is the cheapest way to get from San Marcos to Whittier?

The cheapest way to get from San Marcos to Whittier is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Marcos to Whittier?

The fastest way to get from San Marcos to Whittier is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct train between San Marcos and Whittier?

No, there is no direct train from San Marcos station to Whittier. However, there are services departing from San Marcos Civic Center Station and arriving at Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs via Oceanside and Fullerton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from San Marcos to Whittier?

The distance between San Marcos and Whittier is 93 miles. The road distance is 87.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Marcos to Whittier without a car is to tram and train via Fullerton which takes 4h 4m and costs $40 - $60.

How long does it take to get from San Marcos to Whittier?

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from San Marcos to Whittier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Marcos to Whittier bus from?

San Marcos to Whittier bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Vista Transit Center Stall 5 station.

Where do I catch the San Marcos to Whittier train from?

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

Where does the San Marcos to Whittier bus arrive?

San Marcos to Whittier bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 station.

Where does the San Marcos to Whittier train arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Marcos to Whittier?

Yes, the driving distance between San Marcos to Whittier is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from San Marcos to Whittier.

Where can I stay near Whittier?

There are 1248+ hotels available in Whittier.

San Marcos to Whittier - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, line 303 bus

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

No, there is no direct bus from San Marcos to Whittier. However, there are services departing from Mission Rd & Pico Av and arriving at Philadelphia/Painter via Vista Transit Center Stall 5, Oceanside Transportation Center, Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion and East L.A. College. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

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There are 4 ways to get from San Marcos to Whittier by tram, train, bus (Flixbus), or car

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Tram, train via Fullerton
best
1. Take the tram from San Marcos Civic Center Station to Oceanside Transit Centertram Sprinter
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 4m
$42–58
Tram, train
cheapest
1. Take the tram from San Marcos Civic Center Station to Oceanside Transit Centertram Sprinter
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Norwalk / Santa Fe Springstrain OC Line
5h 17m
$12–22
Line 303 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Vista Transit Center Stall 5 to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10bus 303 / ...
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transportation Center to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2017
6h 52m
$18–31
Drive 86.8 mi
1. Drive from San Marcos to Whittiercar 86.8 mi
1h 35m
$16–23

San Marcos to Whittier by bus

6Weekly Buses

6h 52mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 92.6 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Mission Rd & Pico Av to Philadelphia/Painter via Vista Transit Center Stall 5, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10, Oceanside Transportation Center, Los Angeles Downtown, Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion, Atlantic / Floral, and East L.A. College in around 6h 52m.

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