What is the cheapest way to get from Upland to San Marcos?

The cheapest way to get from Upland to San Marcos is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Upland to San Marcos?

The fastest way to get from Upland to San Marcos is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Upland and San Marcos?

No, there is no direct bus from Upland to San Marcos. However, there are services departing from Montclair Transit Center and arriving at Mission Rd & Pico Av via Cal State La Transit Center, Los Angeles Downtown, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 and Vista Transit Center Stall 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Upland and San Marcos?

No, there is no direct train from Upland to San Marcos station. However, there are services departing from Upland and arriving at San Marcos Civic Center Station via San Bernardino Depot and Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Upland to San Marcos?

The distance between Upland and San Marcos is 137 miles. The road distance is 84.7 miles.

How do I travel from Upland to San Marcos without a car?

The best way to get from Upland to San Marcos without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs $16 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Upland to San Marcos?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Upland to San Marcos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Upland to San Marcos bus from?

Upland to San Marcos bus services, operated by Foothill Transit, depart from Montclair Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the Upland to San Marcos train from?

Upland to San Marcos train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from San Bernardino Depot station.

Train or bus from Upland to San Marcos?

The best way to get from Upland to San Marcos is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs $16 - $27. Alternatively, you can bus and line 303 bus, which costs $19 - $40 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Upland to San Marcos bus arrive?

Upland to San Marcos bus services, operated by Foothill Transit, arrive at Cal State LA W station.

Where does the Upland to San Marcos train arrive?

Upland to San Marcos train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Upland to San Marcos?

Yes, the driving distance between Upland to San Marcos is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Upland to San Marcos.

Where can I stay near San Marcos?

There are 973+ hotels available in San Marcos.

Upland to San Marcos - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 303 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Upland to San Marcos by train, bus (Flixbus), car, train (Amtrak), or bus

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1. Take the train from San Bernardino Depot to Oceansidetrain IE-OC Line
5h 6m
$16–27
Bus, line 303 bus
1. Take the bus from Montclair Transit Center to Cal State LA Wbus 707 / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 to Vista Transit Center Stall 5bus 303 / ...
7h 5m
$20–38
Drive 84.2 mi
1. Drive from Upland to San Marcoscar 84.2 mi
1h 27m
$16–23
Train via Los Angeles
1. Take the train from Upland to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 10m
$36–78
Line 3 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Amazon Eastvale to Corona Transit Centerbus 3
2. Take the train from Corona - North Main to Oceansidetrain IE-OC Line
6h 18m
$16–27

Upland to San Marcos by train and tram

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Distance: 136.4 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Upland, CA, USA and San Marcos, CA, USA?

Metrolink Trains operates a train from San Bernardino Depot to Oceanside 4 times a week. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Montclair Transit Center to Mission Rd & Pico Av via Cal State LA W, Cal State La Transit Center, Los Angeles Downtown, Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10, and Vista Transit Center Stall 7 in around 7h 5m.

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