What is the cheapest way to get from UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego?

The fastest way to get from UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $60 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between UTC Transit Center and Downtown San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego. However, there are services departing from Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct and arriving at 10th Av & C St via Fashion Valley Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

Is there a direct train between UTC Transit Center and Downtown San Diego?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from UTC Station station and arriving at City College Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego?

The distance between UTC Transit Center and Downtown San Diego is 16 miles. The road distance is 13.2 miles.

How do I travel from UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego without a car is to tram which takes 49 min and costs $2 - $15.

How long does it take to get from UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego?

The tram from UTC Station to City College Station takes 43 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego bus from?

UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct station.

Where do I catch the UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego train from?

UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from UTC Station.

Where does the UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego bus arrive?

UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Fashion Valley Transit Center station.

Where does the UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego train arrive?

UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at City College Station.

Can I drive from UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego is 13 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego.

Where can I stay near Downtown San Diego?

There are 1884+ hotels available in Downtown San Diego.

UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego - 4 ways to travel via tram

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There are 4 ways to get from UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
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1. Take the tram from UTC Station to City College Stationtram Blue
49 min
$2–15
Line 41 bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct to Fashion Valley Transit Centerbus 41
2. Take the bus from Fashion Valley Transit Center to 10th Av & C Stbus 20
1h 9m
$4–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diegotaxi 13.1 mi
14 min
$60–75
Drive 13.1 mi
1. Drive from UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diegocar 13.1 mi
14 min
$3–4

UTC Transit Center to Downtown San Diego by tram and foot

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Distance: 15.8 mi
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between UTC Transit Center, CA, USA and Downtown San Diego, CA, USA?

San Diego Metro Transit operates a vehicle from UTC Station to City College Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–15 and the journey takes 43 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct to Downtown San Diego via Fashion Valley Transit Center and 10th Av & C St in around 1h 9m.

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