What is the cheapest way to get from Simi Valley to San Diego State University?

The cheapest way to get from Simi Valley to San Diego State University is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Simi Valley to San Diego State University?

The fastest way to get from Simi Valley to San Diego State University is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Simi Valley and San Diego State University?

No, there is no direct bus from Simi Valley to San Diego State University. However, there are services departing from First Street and Cochran Street and arriving at SDSU Transit Center via Chatsworth Metrolink Station, Olympic / Flower, Los Angeles and Santa Fe Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Simi Valley and San Diego State University?

No, there is no direct train from Simi Valley to San Diego State University station. However, there are services departing from Simi Valley Amtrak and arriving at SDSU Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Simi Valley to San Diego State University?

The distance between Simi Valley and San Diego State University is 179 miles. The road distance is 163.2 miles.

How do I travel from Simi Valley to San Diego State University without a car?

The best way to get from Simi Valley to San Diego State University without a car is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs $50 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Simi Valley to San Diego State University?

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Simi Valley to San Diego State University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Simi Valley to San Diego State University bus from?

Simi Valley to San Diego State University bus services, operated by LA DOT, depart from Chatsworth Metrolink Station.

Where do I catch the Simi Valley to San Diego State University train from?

Simi Valley to San Diego State University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Simi Valley Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Simi Valley to San Diego State University?

The best way to get from Simi Valley to San Diego State University is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs $50 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $80 and takes 8h 44m.

Where does the Simi Valley to San Diego State University bus arrive?

Simi Valley to San Diego State University bus services, operated by LA DOT, arrive at Flower St & Olympic Blvd station.

Where does the Simi Valley to San Diego State University train arrive?

Simi Valley to San Diego State University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Simi Valley to San Diego State University?

Yes, the driving distance between Simi Valley to San Diego State University is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Simi Valley to San Diego State University.

Where can I stay near San Diego State University?

There are 2311+ hotels available in San Diego State University.

Simi Valley to San Diego State University - 4 ways to travel via train

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Simi Valley Amtrak to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 30m
$52–126
Line 10 bus, bus, subway, tram
cheapest
1. Take the bus from First Street and Cochran Street to Metrolink Chatsworthbus 10
2. Take the bus from Chatsworth Station to North Hollywood Stationbus
3. Take the subway from North Hollywood Station to Union Station - Metro B & D Linessubway
4. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus
5. Take the tram from Old Town Station to SDSU Stationtram
7h 47m
$25–60
Drive 162.2 mi
1. Drive from Simi Valley to San Diego State Universitycar 162.2 mi
2h 52m
$30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chatsworth Metrolink Station to Flower St & Olympic Blvdbus 419
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Diegobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 44m
$46–78

Simi Valley to San Diego State University by bus, train, tram, and foot (Amtrak)

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6h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.2 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Simi Valley, CA, USA and San Diego State University, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Simi Valley Amtrak to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center every 4 hours. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from First Street and Cochran Street to San Diego State University via Chatsworth Metrolink Station, Olympic / Flower, Cesar E Chavez / Alameda, Los Angeles, San Diego, Santa Fe Depot, and SDSU Transit Center in around 8h 44m.

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