What is the cheapest way to get from Ventura to Escondido?

The cheapest way to get from Ventura to Escondido is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ventura to Escondido?

The fastest way to get from Ventura to Escondido is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Ventura and Escondido?

No, there is no direct bus from Ventura to Escondido. However, there are services departing from Ventura, CA and arriving at Quince St & Norlak Av via LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 and Vista Transit Center Stall 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Ventura and Escondido?

No, there is no direct train from Ventura to Escondido. However, there are services departing from Ventura Amtrak and arriving at Escondido Transit Center via Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Ventura to Escondido?

The distance between Ventura and Escondido is 185 miles. The road distance is 171.6 miles.

How do I travel from Ventura to Escondido without a car?

The best way to get from Ventura to Escondido without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs $55 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Ventura to Escondido?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Ventura to Escondido, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ventura to Escondido bus from?

Ventura to Escondido bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Ventura, CA station.

Where do I catch the Ventura to Escondido train from?

Ventura to Escondido train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ventura Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Ventura to Escondido?

The best way to get from Ventura to Escondido is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs $55 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 303 bus, which costs $100 - $170 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Ventura to Escondido bus arrive?

Ventura to Escondido bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Where does the Ventura to Escondido train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ventura to Escondido?

Yes, the driving distance between Ventura to Escondido is 172 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Ventura to Escondido.

Where can I stay near Escondido?

There are 576+ hotels available in Escondido.

Ventura to Escondido - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 303 bus, and car

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Ventura Amtrak to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 40m
$55–114
Drive 170.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ventura to Escondidocar 170.6 mi
2h 59m
$32–45
Bus, line 303 bus
1. Take the bus from Ventura, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
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 / ...
6h 51m
$108–163
Bus to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Clara and Oak WB to SB Airport NBbus
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
3. Take the bus from Broadway & 1st Av to Escondido Transit Centerbus
4h 49m
$166–234
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Ventura, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
3. Take the bus from Broadway & 1st Av to Escondido Transit Centerbus
5h 59m
$225–733

Ventura to Escondido by train and tram (Amtrak)

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Distance: 183.9 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Ventura Amtrak to Oceanside every 4 hours. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ventura, CA to Quince St & Norlak Av via Los Angeles Airport, CA, LAX Terminal 3 Lower Level pickup, 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10, and Vista Transit Center Stall 7 in around 6h 51m.

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