What is the cheapest way to get from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido?

The cheapest way to get from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido is to train and tram which costs $15 - $26 and takes 5h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido?

The fastest way to get from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido is to drive which takes 2h and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct train between Universal Studios, Hollywood and Escondido?

No, there is no direct train from Universal Studios, Hollywood station to Escondido. However, there are services departing from Universal / Studio City Station and arriving at Escondido Transit Center via Los Angeles and Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido?

The distance between Universal Studios, Hollywood and Escondido is 122 miles. The road distance is 113.3 miles.

How do I travel from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido without a car?

The best way to get from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido without a car is to train and tram via Los Angeles which takes 4h 59m and costs $30 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido train from?

Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Where does the Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido train arrive?

Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido?

Yes, the driving distance between Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido.

Where can I stay near Escondido?

There are 575+ hotels available in Escondido.

Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido by train, tram, subway, bus, or car

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Train, tram via Los Angeles
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Oceanside Transit Center to Escondido Transit Centertram Sprinter
4h 59m
$31–69
Train, tram
cheapest
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Oceansidetrain OC Line
2. Take the tram from Oceanside Transit Center to Escondido Transit Centertram Sprinter
5h 5m
$16–26
Subway, bus, line 308 bus
1. Take the subway from Universal / Studio City Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Linessubway
2. Take the bus from 7th St & Hope St to Alameda St & Los Angeles Stbus B
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Plaza St & Highway 101 to Escondido Transit Center Stall 13bus 308
6h 16m
$40–61
Drive 112.6 mi
1. Drive from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondidocar 112.6 mi
2h
$21–30

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Distance: 121.7 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Universal Studios, Hollywood, CA, USA and Escondido, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido. However, you can walk to Universal / Studio City Station, take the subway to Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, walk to Los Angeles, take the train to Oceanside, walk to Oceanside Transit Center, then take the vehicle to Escondido Transit Center. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 via Universal / Studio City Station, 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines, 7th St & Hope St, Alameda St & Los Angeles St, Los Angeles, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Plaza St & Highway 101 in around 6h 16m.

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