What is the cheapest way to get from Van Nuys to Vista?

The cheapest way to get from Van Nuys to Vista is to train and line 303 bus which costs $17 - $26 and takes 5h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Van Nuys to Vista?

The fastest way to get from Van Nuys to Vista is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Van Nuys and Vista?

No, there is no direct bus from Van Nuys to Vista. However, there are services departing from Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave and arriving at Vista Transit Center Stall 5 via LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Van Nuys and Vista?

No, there is no direct train from Van Nuys to Vista. However, there are services departing from Van Nuys and arriving at Vista Transit Center via Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Van Nuys to Vista?

The distance between Van Nuys and Vista is 115 miles. The road distance is 108.9 miles.

How do I travel from Van Nuys to Vista without a car?

The best way to get from Van Nuys to Vista without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs $35 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Van Nuys to Vista?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Van Nuys to Vista, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Van Nuys to Vista bus from?

Van Nuys to Vista bus services, operated by LAX FlyAway, depart from Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave station.

Where do I catch the Van Nuys to Vista train from?

Van Nuys to Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Van Nuys station.

Train or bus from Van Nuys to Vista?

The best way to get from Van Nuys to Vista is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs $35 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 303 bus, which costs $50 - $110 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Van Nuys to Vista bus arrive?

Van Nuys to Vista bus services, operated by LAX FlyAway, arrive at LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal station.

Where does the Van Nuys to Vista train arrive?

Van Nuys to Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Van Nuys to Vista?

Yes, the driving distance between Van Nuys to Vista is 109 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Van Nuys to Vista.

Where can I stay near Vista?

There are 902+ hotels available in Vista.

Van Nuys to Vista - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 303 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Van Nuys to Vista by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Van Nuys to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 39m
$36–75
Train, line 303 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Oceansidetrain OC Line
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 to Vista Transit Center Stall 5bus 303 / ...
5h 8m
$18–26
Bus, line 303 bus
1. Take the bus from Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave to LAX Tom Bradley International Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup to 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CAbus
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 to Vista Transit Center Stall 5bus 303 / ...
4h 37m
$55–103
Drive 108.2 mi
1. Drive from Van Nuys to Vistacar 108.2 mi
1h 57m
$20–29

Van Nuys to Vista by train and tram (Amtrak)

42Weekly Services

3h 39mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.4 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Van Nuys, CA, USA and Vista, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Van Nuys to Oceanside every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave to Vista Transit Center Stall 5 via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup, 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA, and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 in around 4h 37m.

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