What is the cheapest way to get from Solana Beach to Balboa Park?

The cheapest way to get from Solana Beach to Balboa Park is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Solana Beach to Balboa Park?

The fastest way to get from Solana Beach to Balboa Park is to drive which takes 25 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Solana Beach and Balboa Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Solana Beach to Balboa Park. However, there are services departing from Lomas Santa Fe Dr & Rios Av and arriving at Park Bl & Village Pl via Escondido Transit Center and 11th Av & C St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Solana Beach to Balboa Park?

The distance between Solana Beach and Balboa Park is 29 miles. The road distance is 21.4 miles.

How do I travel from Solana Beach to Balboa Park without a car?

The best way to get from Solana Beach to Balboa Park without a car is to train and line 215 bus which takes 1h 4m and costs $10 - $22.

How long does it take to get from Solana Beach to Balboa Park?

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Solana Beach to Balboa Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solana Beach to Balboa Park bus from?

Solana Beach to Balboa Park bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Lomas Santa Fe Dr & Rios Av station.

Where does the Solana Beach to Balboa Park bus arrive?

Solana Beach to Balboa Park bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 station.

Can I drive from Solana Beach to Balboa Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Solana Beach to Balboa Park is 21 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Solana Beach to Balboa Park.

Where can I stay near Balboa Park?

There are 2103+ hotels available in Balboa Park.

Solana Beach to Balboa Park - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 215 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Solana Beach to Balboa Park by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 215 bus
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depottrain Coaster
2. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot to Park Bl & Zoo Plbus 215
1h 4m
$10–22
Drive 21.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Solana Beach to Balboa Parkcar 21.3 mi
25 min
$4–6
Line 308 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Lomas Santa Fe Dr & Rios Av to Escondido Transit Center Stall 13bus 308
2. Take the bus from Escondido Transit Center to Broadway & Park Blbus 235
2h 22m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Solana Beach to Balboa Parktaxi 21.3 mi
25 min
$95–120

Solana Beach to Balboa Park by train, bus, and foot

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1h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 28.6 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Solana Beach, CA, USA and Balboa Park, San Diego County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Lomas Santa Fe Dr & Rios Av to Balboa Park via Escondido Transit Center Stall 13, Escondido Transit Center, Broadway & Park Bl, 11th Av & C St, and Park Bl & Village Pl in around 2h 22m.

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