How to get from San Diego to Encinitas by bus and train?

From San Diego to Encinitas by bus and train

To get from San Diego to Encinitas in Encinitas, take the COASTER train from Santa Fe Depot station to Encinitas Station station. Next, take the 101 bus from Encinitas Station station to Hwy 101 & K St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from San Diego may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Encinitas on the Moovit app.

83min$9.00
Walk to train station
Train - COASTER
Bus - 101
101
Walk to Encinitas
Leaves from Santa Fe Depot

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Santa Fe Depot
    790 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - COASTERCOASTER
    Wait for train
    COASTER
    Oceanside
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Encinitas Station
    45 min
  • 4
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
    La Jolla Va / Utc
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hwy 101 & K St
    ID 20874
    2 min
  • 6
    Walk to Encinitas
    Walk to
    Encinitas
    South Coast Highway 101
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From San Diego to Encinitas by train

Take one direct train from San Diego to Encinitas in Encinitas: take the COASTER train from Santa Fe Depot station to Encinitas Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The ride fare is $6.50. The bus and train schedule from San Diego may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Encinitas on the Moovit app.

72min$6.50
Walk to train station
Train - COASTER
Walk to Encinitas
Leaves from Santa Fe Depot

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Santa Fe Depot
    790 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - COASTERCOASTER
    Wait for train
    COASTER
    Oceanside
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Encinitas Station
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to Encinitas
    Walk to
    Encinitas
    South Coast Highway 101
    0.71 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from San Diego to Encinitas

The distance between San Diego and Encinitas is approximately 30.75 mi, which can typically be travelled in 83 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Diego to Encinitas by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Encinitas – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from San Diego to Encinitas

To check the bus and train schedule from San Diego to Encinitas using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (San Diego) and destination (Encinitas), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 and train schedules.

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From San Diego to Encinitas by train

Take one direct train from San Diego to Encinitas in Encinitas: take the COASTER train from Santa Fe Depot station to Encinitas Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The ride fare is $6.50. The bus and train schedule from San Diego may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Encinitas on the Moovit app.

72min$6.50
Walk to train station
Train - COASTER
Walk to Encinitas
Leaves from Santa Fe Depot

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Santa Fe Depot
    790 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - COASTERCOASTER
    Wait for train
    COASTER
    Oceanside
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Encinitas Station
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to Encinitas
    Walk to
    Encinitas
    South Coast Highway 101
    0.71 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to Encinitas?

    The fastest way takes 83 minutes, using Train line COASTER, Bus line 101.

  • What is the alternative route to get from San Diego to Encinitas?

    The alternative route takes 72 minutes, using Train line COASTER.

  • Is there a direct train between San Diego and Encinitas?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 23 min.

  • Which train line goes from San Diego to Encinitas?

    The COASTER train line goes from Santa Fe Depot station near San Diego in San Diego to Oceanside station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Oceanside station near Encinitas.

  • How long does it take to travel from San Diego to Encinitas by train and bus?

    The total travel time between San Diego and Encinitas by train and bus is about 1 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near San Diego to get to Encinitas?

    Get on the COASTER train from the Santa Fe Depot station near San Diego in San Diego.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between San Diego and Encinitas?

    Get off the train at the Oceanside stop, which is closest to Encinitas.

  • When is the first train from San Diego to Encinitas?

    The first train from San Diego in San Diego to Encinitas in Encinitas is COASTER. It leaves the Santa Fe Depot station at 12:20 AM.

  • How much is the train fare from San Diego to Encinitas?

    The ride from San Diego to Encinitas costs $9.00.

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