What is the cheapest way to get from Santee to La Jolla Shores?

The cheapest way to get from Santee to La Jolla Shores is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Santee to La Jolla Shores?

The fastest way to get from Santee to La Jolla Shores is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $85 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Santee and La Jolla Shores?

No, there is no direct bus from Santee to La Jolla Shores. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Transit Center and arriving at La Jolla Shores Dr & Vallecitos Ct via Old Town Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Santee and La Jolla Shores?

No, there is no direct train from Santee station to La Jolla Shores station. However, there are services departing from Santee Town Center Station and arriving at UCSD Central Campus Station via El Cajon Station and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Santee to La Jolla Shores?

The distance between Santee and La Jolla Shores is 32 miles. The road distance is 18.3 miles.

How do I travel from Santee to La Jolla Shores without a car?

The best way to get from Santee to La Jolla Shores without a car is to tram and line 30 bus which takes 1h 59m and costs $6 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Santee to La Jolla Shores?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Santee to La Jolla Shores, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santee to La Jolla Shores bus from?

Santee to La Jolla Shores bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from El Cajon Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the Santee to La Jolla Shores train from?

Santee to La Jolla Shores train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from El Cajon Station.

Where does the Santee to La Jolla Shores bus arrive?

Santee to La Jolla Shores bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Where does the Santee to La Jolla Shores train arrive?

Santee to La Jolla Shores train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Old Town Station.

Can I drive from Santee to La Jolla Shores?

Yes, the driving distance between Santee to La Jolla Shores is 18 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Santee to La Jolla Shores.

Where can I stay near La Jolla Shores?

There are 2167+ hotels available in La Jolla Shores.

Santee to La Jolla Shores - 5 ways to travel via tram, line 30 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Santee to La Jolla Shores by tram, bus, bus (Greyhound), taxi, or car

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Tram, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Old Town Stationtram Green
2. Take the bus from Old Town Transit Center to La Jolla Shores Dr & Vallecitos Ctbus 30
1h 59m
$6–35
Bus, line 30 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0851S
2. Take the bus from Old Town Transit Center to La Jolla Shores Dr & Vallecitos Ctbus 30
2h 32m
$4–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santee to La Jolla Shorestaxi 18.2 mi
21 min
$85–100
Drive 18.2 mi
1. Drive from Santee to La Jolla Shorescar 18.2 mi
21 min
$4–5
Tram
1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Old Town Stationtram Green
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to UCSD Central Campus Stationtram Blue
2h 6m
$8–47

Santee to La Jolla Shores by tram and bus

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Distance: 32 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Santee, CA, USA and La Jolla Shores, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Gillespie Field Station to La Jolla Shores Dr & Vallecitos Ct via El Cajon Station, El Cajon Transit Center, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, and Old Town Transit Center in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Santee Town Center Station to La Jolla Shores Dr & Calle Frescota via El Cajon Station, Old Town Station, UCSD Central Campus Station, and Gilman Dr & Mandeville Ln in around 2h 6m.

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