What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Paula to Escondido?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Paula to Escondido is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Paula to Escondido?

The fastest way to get from Santa Paula to Escondido is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Paula and Escondido?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Paula to Escondido. However, there are services departing from Santa Paula Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 via Oxnard, Los Angeles and Plaza St & Highway 101. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Paula and Escondido?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Paula to Escondido. However, there are services departing from Oxnard and arriving at Escondido Transit Center via Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Santa Paula to Escondido?

The distance between Santa Paula and Escondido is 189 miles. The road distance is 168.2 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Paula to Escondido without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Paula to Escondido without a car is to train which takes 6h 51m and costs $50 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Santa Paula to Escondido?

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Santa Paula to Escondido, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Paula to Escondido bus from?

Santa Paula to Escondido bus services, operated by American Star Tours, depart from Oxnard station.

Where do I catch the Santa Paula to Escondido train from?

Santa Paula to Escondido train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oxnard station.

Train or bus from Santa Paula to Escondido?

The best way to get from Santa Paula to Escondido is to train which takes 6h 51m and costs $50 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Santa Paula to Escondido bus arrive?

Santa Paula to Escondido bus services, operated by American Star Tours, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Where does the Santa Paula to Escondido train arrive?

Santa Paula to Escondido train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Santa Paula to Escondido?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Paula to Escondido is 168 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Santa Paula to Escondido.

Where can I stay near Escondido?

There are 572+ hotels available in Escondido.

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Paula to Escondido by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Oxnard to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 51m
$52–114
Drive 167.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Paula to Escondidocar 167.3 mi
2h 58m
$31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oxnard to Los Angelesbus Ans 6241
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 11m

Santa Paula to Escondido by bus, train, and tram (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

6h 51mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 188.1 mi
Duration: 6h 51m

What companies run services between Santa Paula, CA, USA and Escondido, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Oxnard to Oceanside every 4 hours. Tickets cost $45–100 and the journey takes 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Paula Amtrak Bus Stop to Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 via Oxnard, Los Angeles, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Plaza St & Highway 101 in around 8h 11m.

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