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

The cheapest way to get from Whittier to Escondido is to train and tram which costs $12 - $22 and takes 5h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whittier to Escondido is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Whittier and Escondido?

No, there is no direct bus from Whittier to Escondido. However, there are services departing from Painter Avenue and Philadelphia Street and arriving at Escondido via El Monte Station Upper Level, El Monte and Fontana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Whittier and Escondido?

No, there is no direct train from Whittier to Escondido. However, there are services departing from Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs and arriving at Escondido Transit Center via Fullerton Amtrak Station and Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Whittier to Escondido?

The distance between Whittier and Escondido is 98 miles. The road distance is 93.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whittier to Escondido without a car is to train and tram via Fullerton which takes 3h 47m and costs $40 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Whittier to Escondido, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whittier to Escondido bus from?

Whittier to Escondido bus services, operated by Norwalk Transit System, depart from Painter Avenue and Philadelphia Street station.

Where do I catch the Whittier to Escondido train from?

Whittier to Escondido train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Whittier to Escondido bus arrive?

Whittier to Escondido bus services, operated by Norwalk Transit System, arrive at El Monte Station - Lower Bay 3/4.

Where does the Whittier to Escondido train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whittier to Escondido?

Yes, the driving distance between Whittier to Escondido is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Whittier to Escondido.

Where can I stay near Escondido?

There are 561+ hotels available in Escondido.

Whittier to Escondido - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, line 7 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Whittier to Escondido by train, tram, bus, or car

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Train, tram via Fullerton
best
1. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Oceanside Transit Center to Escondido Transit Centertram Sprinter
3h 47m
$42–59
Train, tram
cheapest
1. Take the train from Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs to Oceansidetrain OC Line
2. Take the tram from Oceanside Transit Center to Escondido Transit Centertram Sprinter
5h 7m
$13–22
Line 7 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Painter Avenue and Philadelphia Street to El Monte Station - Lower Bay 3/4bus 7
2. Take the bus from El Monte to Fontanabus La
3. Take the bus from Fontana to Escondidobus
5h 36m
Drive 92.6 mi
1. Drive from Whittier to Escondidocar 92.6 mi
1h 40m
$17–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia / Painter to Cal State Los Angelesbus 10 Whittier Blvd
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 3m
$32–70

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Distance: 97.4 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Whittier, CA, USA and Escondido, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Painter Avenue and Philadelphia Street to Escondido via El Monte Station - Lower Bay 3/4, El Monte Station Upper Level, Garvey Ave and Mountain View Rd E, El Monte, and Fontana in around 5h 36m.

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