What is the cheapest way to get from Vista to La Brea Tar Pits?

The cheapest way to get from Vista to La Brea Tar Pits is to line 303 bus and train which costs $16 - $24 and takes 4h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vista to La Brea Tar Pits?

The fastest way to get from Vista to La Brea Tar Pits is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs $18 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Vista and La Brea Tar Pits?

No, there is no direct bus from Vista to La Brea Tar Pits. However, there are services departing from Vista Village Dr & Camino Corto and arriving at Olympic / Curson via Oceanside Transportation Center and Cesar E Chavez / Vignes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Vista and La Brea Tar Pits?

No, there is no direct train from Vista to La Brea Tar Pits station. However, there are services departing from Vista Transit Center and arriving at Wilshire / Fairfax Station via Oceanside and Union Station - Metro B & D Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Vista to La Brea Tar Pits?

The distance between Vista and La Brea Tar Pits is 105 miles. The road distance is 99.2 miles.

How do I travel from Vista to La Brea Tar Pits without a car?

The best way to get from Vista to La Brea Tar Pits without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs $30 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Vista to La Brea Tar Pits?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Vista to La Brea Tar Pits, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vista to La Brea Tar Pits bus from?

Vista to La Brea Tar Pits bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Oceanside Transportation Center station.

Where do I catch the Vista to La Brea Tar Pits train from?

Vista to La Brea Tar Pits train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oceanside station.

Train or bus from Vista to La Brea Tar Pits?

The best way to get from Vista to La Brea Tar Pits is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs $30 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 28 bus, which costs $17 - $30 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Vista to La Brea Tar Pits bus arrive?

Vista to La Brea Tar Pits bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Downtown station.

Where does the Vista to La Brea Tar Pits train arrive?

Vista to La Brea Tar Pits train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Vista to La Brea Tar Pits?

Yes, the driving distance between Vista to La Brea Tar Pits is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Vista to La Brea Tar Pits.

Where can I stay near La Brea Tar Pits?

There are 2753+ hotels available in La Brea Tar Pits.

Vista to La Brea Tar Pits - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 28 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Vista to La Brea Tar Pits by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, bus, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 53m
$32–68
Line 303 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vista Transit Center Stall 5 to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10bus 303 / ...
2. Take the train from Oceanside to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
4h 38m
$16–24
Bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from Oceanside Transportation Center to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2017
2. Take the bus from Cesar E Chavez / Vignes to Olympic / Cursonbus 28
5h 3m
$18–30
Drive 98.6 mi
1. Drive from Vista to La Brea Tar Pitscar 98.6 mi
1h 46m
$18–26

Vista to La Brea Tar Pits by tram, train, subway, and foot (Amtrak)

91Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 104.2 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Vista, CA, USA and La Brea Tar Pits, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Oceanside to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $27–60 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vista Village Dr & Camino Corto to La Brea Tar Pits via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 9, Oceanside Transportation Center, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, and Olympic / Curson in around 5h 3m.

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