What is the cheapest way to get from Ventura to La Jolla?

The cheapest way to get from Ventura to La Jolla is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ventura to La Jolla?

The fastest way to get from Ventura to La Jolla is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Ventura and La Jolla?

No, there is no direct bus from Ventura to La Jolla. However, there are services departing from Ventura, CA and arriving at Silverado St & Herschel Av via LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop and Old Town Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Ventura and La Jolla?

No, there is no direct train from Ventura to La Jolla. However, there are services departing from Ventura Amtrak and arriving at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Ventura to La Jolla?

The distance between Ventura and La Jolla is 212 miles. The road distance is 179.9 miles.

How do I travel from Ventura to La Jolla without a car?

The best way to get from Ventura to La Jolla without a car is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs $65 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Ventura to La Jolla?

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Ventura to La Jolla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ventura to La Jolla bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ventura to La Jolla train from?

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

Train or bus from Ventura to La Jolla?

The best way to get from Ventura to La Jolla is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs $65 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $190 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Ventura to La Jolla bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ventura to La Jolla train arrive?

Ventura to La Jolla train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Ventura to La Jolla?

Yes, the driving distance between Ventura to La Jolla is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Ventura to La Jolla.

Where can I stay near La Jolla?

There are 2102+ hotels available in La Jolla.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Ventura Amtrak to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 3m
$67–137
Drive 178.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ventura to La Jollacar 178.9 mi
3h 11m
$33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ventura, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San Diegobus reLAXsan
6h 28m
$118–188
Bus to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, fly, line 30 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 Old Town Transit Center to Silverado St & Herschel Avbus
4h 13m
$164–229
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly
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
5h 23m
$223–728

Ventura to La Jolla by train and bus (Amtrak)

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6h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 210.8 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Ventura, Ventura County, CA, USA and La Jolla, San Diego County, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Ventura Amtrak to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center every 4 hours. Tickets cost $60–140 and the journey takes 5h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ventura, CA to Silverado St & Herschel Av via Los Angeles Airport, CA, LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop, San Diego, and Old Town Transit Center in around 6h 28m.

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