What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos?

The fastest way to get from Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Ana and California State University, San Marcos?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos. However, there are services departing from Santa Ana Bus Stop and arriving at Mission Rd & Val Preda Rd via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 and Vista Transit Center Stall 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Ana and California State University, San Marcos?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos station. However, there are services departing from Santa Ana and arriving at Cal State San Marcos Station via Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

Where do I catch the Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos bus from?

Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Santa Ana Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos train from?

Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos.

Where can I stay near California State University, San Marcos?

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Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos

Q: How far is it from Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos?

The distance between Santa Ana and California State University, San Marcos is 70 miles. The road distance is 68.2 miles.

Q: How do I travel from Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos without a car is to train and tram which takes 2h 24m and costs $11 - $20.

Q: How long does it take to get from Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos, including transfers.

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos by train, tram, bus (Greyhound), or car

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1. Take the train from Santa Ana to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Oceanside Transit Center to Cal State San Marcos Stationtram Sprinter
2h 24m
$12–20
Bus, line 303 bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0831
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 to Vista Transit Center Stall 5bus 303 / ...
3h 32m
$15–22
Drive 67.8 mi
1. Drive from Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcoscar 67.8 mi
1h 11m
$13–18

Santa Ana to California State University, San Marcos by train, tram, and foot

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2h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 69.5 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Santa Ana, CA, USA and California State University, San Marcos, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to California State University, San Marcos via Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10, Vista Transit Center Stall 7, and Mission Rd & Val Preda Rd in around 3h 32m.

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