What is the cheapest way to get from Thousand Oaks to Escondido?

The cheapest way to get from Thousand Oaks to Escondido is to bus and train via Los Angeles which costs $19 - $30 and takes 6h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thousand Oaks to Escondido?

The fastest way to get from Thousand Oaks to Escondido is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Thousand Oaks and Escondido?

No, there is no direct bus from Thousand Oaks to Escondido. However, there are services departing from Hampshire Rd & Townsgate Rd and arriving at Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 via 7th St & Hope St, Los Angeles and Plaza St & Highway 101. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Thousand Oaks and Escondido?

No, there is no direct train from Thousand Oaks to Escondido. However, there are services departing from Moorpark Amtrak and arriving at Escondido Transit Center via Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Thousand Oaks to Escondido?

The distance between Thousand Oaks and Escondido is 165 miles. The road distance is 143.3 miles.

How do I travel from Thousand Oaks to Escondido without a car?

The best way to get from Thousand Oaks to Escondido without a car is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs $40 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Thousand Oaks to Escondido?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Thousand Oaks to Escondido, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thousand Oaks to Escondido bus from?

Thousand Oaks to Escondido bus services, operated by LA DOT, depart from Hampshire Rd & Townsgate Rd station.

Where do I catch the Thousand Oaks to Escondido train from?

Thousand Oaks to Escondido train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Moorpark Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Thousand Oaks to Escondido?

The best way to get from Thousand Oaks to Escondido is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs $40 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $70 and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Thousand Oaks to Escondido bus arrive?

Thousand Oaks to Escondido bus services, operated by LA DOT, arrive at Flower St & 7th St station.

Where does the Thousand Oaks to Escondido train arrive?

Thousand Oaks to Escondido train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Thousand Oaks to Escondido?

Yes, the driving distance between Thousand Oaks to Escondido is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Thousand Oaks to Escondido.

Where can I stay near Escondido?

There are 576+ hotels available in Escondido.

Thousand Oaks to Escondido - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Thousand Oaks to Escondido by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Moorpark Amtrak to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 22m
$44–101
Bus, train via Los Angeles
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hampshire Rd & Townsgate Rd to Flower St & 7th Stbus 422 / ...
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Oceansidetrain OC Line
6h 26m
$20–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hampshire Rd & Townsgate Rd to Flower St & 7th Stbus 422 / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 34m
$42–68
Drive 142.5 mi
1. Drive from Thousand Oaks to Escondidocar 142.5 mi
2h 31m
$26–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hampshire Rd & Townsgate Rd to Flower St & 5th Stbus 422 / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 32m
$34–75

Thousand Oaks to Escondido by bus, train, and tram (Amtrak)

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6h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 164.4 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, CA, USA and Escondido, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Moorpark Amtrak to Oceanside every 4 hours. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hampshire Rd & Townsgate Rd to Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 via Flower St & 7th St, 7th St & Hope St, Alameda St & Los Angeles St, Los Angeles, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Plaza St & Highway 101 in around 7h 34m.

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