What is the cheapest way to get from Solana Beach to California State University, San Marcos?

The cheapest way to get from Solana Beach to California State University, San Marcos is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 26 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Solana Beach to California State University, San Marcos?

The fastest way to get from Solana Beach to California State University, San Marcos is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Solana Beach and California State University, San Marcos?

No, there is no direct bus from Solana Beach to California State University, San Marcos. However, there are services departing from Lomas Santa Fe Dr & Rios Av and arriving at Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Solana Beach and California State University, San Marcos?

No, there is no direct train from Solana Beach station to California State University, San Marcos station. However, there are services departing from Solana Beach Amtrak Station and arriving at Cal State San Marcos Station via Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

Where do I catch the Solana Beach to California State University, San Marcos bus from?

Solana Beach to California State University, San Marcos bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Lomas Santa Fe Dr & Rios Av station.

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

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Q: How far is it from Solana Beach to California State University, San Marcos?

The distance between Solana Beach and California State University, San Marcos is 24 miles. The road distance is 16.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solana Beach to California State University, San Marcos without a car is to line 308 bus which takes 1h 29m and costs $4 - $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Solana Beach to California State University, San Marcos, including transfers.

Q: Where do I catch the Solana Beach to California State University, San Marcos train from?

Solana Beach to California State University, San Marcos train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

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There are 4 ways to get from Solana Beach to California State University, San Marcos by bus, train, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 308 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lomas Santa Fe Dr & Rios Av to Escondido Transit Center Stall 13bus 308
1h 29m
$4–12
Drive 16 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Solana Beach to California State University, San Marcoscar 16 mi
26 min
$3–5
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Oceanside Transit Center to Cal State San Marcos Stationtram Sprinter
1h 33m
$7–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Solana Beach to California State University, San Marcostaxi 16 mi
26 min
$50–65

Solana Beach to California State University, San Marcos by bus, tram, and foot

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Distance: 24 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Solana Beach, CA, USA and California State University, San Marcos, CA, USA?

North County Transit operates a bus from Lomas Santa Fe Dr & Rios Av to Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 hourly. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 46 min.

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