How to get from La Jolla Shores to Encinitas by bus?

From La Jolla Shores to Encinitas by bus

To get from La Jolla Shores to Encinitas in San Diego, take the 30 bus from La Jolla Shores Dr & Calle De Oro station to N Torrey Pines Rd & Expedition Way station. Next, take the 101 bus from N Torrey Pines Rd & Revelle College Dr station to Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 8 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The bus schedule from La Jolla Shores may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Encinitas on the Moovit app.

68min$2.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 30
30
Bus - 101
101
Leaves from La Jolla Shores Dr & Calle De Oro

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    La Jolla Shores Dr & Calle De Oro
    ID 12281
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3030
    Wait for bus
    30
    Utc/Va Med Ctr
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    N Torrey Pines Rd & Expedition Way
    ID 11537
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    N Torrey Pines Rd & Revelle College Dr
    ID 12634
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
    Oceanside
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av
    Ride to bus station
    Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av
    ID 22169
    47 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From La Jolla Shores to Encinitas by bus and train

To get from La Jolla Shores to Encinitas in San Diego, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 30 bus from La Jolla Shores Dr & Calle De Oro station to Gilman Dr & Eucalyptus Grove Ln station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 479 bus and finally take the COASTER train from Sorrento Valley Station station to Encinitas Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The ride fare is $8.25. The bus schedule from La Jolla Shores may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Encinitas on the Moovit app.

50min$8.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 30
30
Bus - 479
479
Train - COASTER
Leaves from La Jolla Shores Dr & Calle De Oro

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    La Jolla Shores Dr & Calle De Oro
    ID 12281
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3030
    Wait for bus
    30
    Utc/Va Med Ctr
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gilman Dr & Eucalyptus Grove Ln
    ID 12320
    12 min
  • 4
    Bus - 479479
    Wait for bus
    479
    Coaster
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sorrento Valley Coaster Station
    ID 99369
    13 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Sorrento Valley Station
    ID 28005
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - COASTERCOASTER
    Wait for train
    COASTER
    Oceanside
  • 8
    Ride to train station Encinitas Station
    Ride to train station
    Encinitas Station
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from La Jolla Shores to Encinitas

The distance between La Jolla Shores, San Diego and Encinitas, San Diego is approximately 15.21 mi, which can typically be travelled in 68 min. Moovit will show you the directions from La Jolla Shores 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 La Jolla Shores to Encinitas

To check the bus schedule from La Jolla Shores to Encinitas using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (La Jolla Shores) 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.

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From La Jolla Shores to Encinitas by bus and train

To get from La Jolla Shores to Encinitas in San Diego, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 30 bus from La Jolla Shores Dr & Calle De Oro station to Gilman Dr & Eucalyptus Grove Ln station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 479 bus and finally take the COASTER train from Sorrento Valley Station station to Encinitas Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The ride fare is $8.25. The bus schedule from La Jolla Shores may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Encinitas on the Moovit app.

50min$8.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 30
30
Bus - 479
479
Train - COASTER
Leaves from La Jolla Shores Dr & Calle De Oro

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    La Jolla Shores Dr & Calle De Oro
    ID 12281
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3030
    Wait for bus
    30
    Utc/Va Med Ctr
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gilman Dr & Eucalyptus Grove Ln
    ID 12320
    12 min
  • 4
    Bus - 479479
    Wait for bus
    479
    Coaster
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sorrento Valley Coaster Station
    ID 99369
    13 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Sorrento Valley Station
    ID 28005
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - COASTERCOASTER
    Wait for train
    COASTER
    Oceanside
  • 8
    Ride to train station Encinitas Station
    Ride to train station
    Encinitas Station
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from La Jolla Shores to Encinitas?

    The fastest way takes 68 minutes, using Bus line 30, Bus line 101.

  • What is the alternative route to get from La Jolla Shores to Encinitas?

    The alternative route takes 50 minutes, using Bus line 30, Bus line 479, Train line COASTER.

  • Is there a direct bus between La Jolla Shores and Encinitas in San Diego?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 8 min.

  • Which bus line goes from La Jolla Shores to Encinitas in San Diego?

    The 30 bus line goes from La Jolla Shores Dr & Calle De Oro station near La Jolla Shores to Utc/Va Med Ctr station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Utc/Va Med Ctr station near Encinitas in San Diego.

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

    The total travel time between La Jolla Shores and Encinitas in San Diego by bus is about 1 hr 8 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near La Jolla Shores to get to Encinitas in San Diego?

    Get on the 30 bus from the La Jolla Shores Dr & Calle De Oro stop near La Jolla Shores in San Diego.

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

    Get off the bus at the Utc/Va Med Ctr stop, which is closest to Encinitas in San Diego.

  • How much is the bus fare from La Jolla Shores to Encinitas?

    The ride from La Jolla Shores to Encinitas costs $2.50.

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