How to get from Carlsbad to Encinitas by bus?

From Carlsbad to Encinitas by bus

Take one direct bus from Carlsbad to Encinitas in San Diego: take the 309 bus from Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375) station to Encinitas Station Park And Ride station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The bus schedule from Carlsbad may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Encinitas on the Moovit app.

55min$2.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 309
309
Walk to Encinitas
Leaves from Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)
    ID 24043
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 309309
    Wait for bus
    309
    Encinitas
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Encinitas Station Park And Ride
    ID 22170
    50 min
  • 4
    Walk to Encinitas
    Walk to
    Encinitas
    200 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Carlsbad to Encinitas by bus via 302 and 101

To get from Carlsbad to Encinitas in San Diego, take the 302 bus from Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375) station to Coast Hwy & Vista Way station. Next, take the 101 bus from Coast Hwy & Vista Way station to Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $5.00. The bus schedule from Carlsbad may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Encinitas on the Moovit app.

51min$5.00
Bus - 302
302
Bus - 101
101
Leaves from Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Carlsbad
  • 2
    Bus - 302302
    Wait for bus
    302
    Oceanside
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Coast Hwy & Vista Way
    ID 21505
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Coast Hwy & Vista Way
    ID 20823
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
    Encinitas
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av
    Ride to bus station
    Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av
    ID 22169
    37 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Carlsbad to Encinitas

The distance between Carlsbad, San Diego and Encinitas, San Diego is approximately 14.45 mi, which can typically be travelled in 55 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Carlsbad to Encinitas by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Diego – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Carlsbad to Encinitas

To check the bus schedule from Carlsbad to Encinitas using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Carlsbad) and destination (Encinitas), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Carlsbad to Encinitas by bus via 302 and 101

To get from Carlsbad to Encinitas in San Diego, take the 302 bus from Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375) station to Coast Hwy & Vista Way station. Next, take the 101 bus from Coast Hwy & Vista Way station to Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $5.00. The bus schedule from Carlsbad may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Encinitas on the Moovit app.

51min$5.00
Bus - 302
302
Bus - 101
101
Leaves from Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Carlsbad
  • 2
    Bus - 302302
    Wait for bus
    302
    Oceanside
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Coast Hwy & Vista Way
    ID 21505
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Coast Hwy & Vista Way
    ID 20823
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
    Encinitas
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av
    Ride to bus station
    Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av
    ID 22169
    37 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Carlsbad to Encinitas?

    The fastest way takes 55 minutes, using Bus line 309.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Carlsbad to Encinitas?

    The alternative route takes 51 minutes, using Bus line 302, Bus line 101.

  • Is there a direct bus between Carlsbad and Encinitas in San Diego?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Carlsbad to Encinitas in San Diego in 55 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Carlsbad to Encinitas in San Diego?

    The 309 bus line goes from Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375) station near Carlsbad to Encinitas station near Encinitas in San Diego.

  • How long does it take to travel from Carlsbad to Encinitas in San Diego by bus?

    The total travel time between Carlsbad and Encinitas in San Diego by bus is about 55 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Carlsbad to get to Encinitas in San Diego?

    Get on the 309 bus from the Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375) stop near Carlsbad in San Diego.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Carlsbad and Encinitas in San Diego?

    Get off the bus at the Encinitas stop, which is closest to Encinitas in San Diego.

  • When is the first bus from Carlsbad to Encinitas in San Diego?

    The first bus from Carlsbad to Encinitas in San Diego is Town Center North - Encinitas via ECR. It leaves the Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375) stop at 1:31 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Carlsbad to Encinitas?

    The ride from Carlsbad to Encinitas costs $2.50.

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