How to get from San Diego to Rancho Santa Fe by bus and train?

From San Diego to Rancho Santa Fe by bus and train

To get from San Diego to Rancho Santa Fe in Rancho Santa Fe, take the COASTER train from Santa Fe Depot station to Solana Beach station. Next, take the 308 bus from Plaza St & Highway 101 station to Paseo Delicias & Via De La Valle station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 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 Rancho Santa Fe on the Moovit app.

89min$9.00
Walk to train station
Train - COASTER
Bus - 308
308
Walk to Rancho Santa Fe
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
    Solana Beach
    39 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Plaza St & Highway 101
    ID 22172
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 308308
    Wait for bus
    308
    Escondido
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Paseo Delicias & Via De La Valle
    ID 20311
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to Rancho Santa Fe
    Walk to
    Rancho Santa Fe
    Paseo Delicias
    580 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from San Diego to Rancho Santa Fe

The distance between San Diego and Rancho Santa Fe is approximately 34.43 mi, which can typically be travelled in 89 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Diego to Rancho Santa Fe by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Rancho Santa Fe – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from San Diego to Rancho Santa Fe

To check the bus and train schedule from San Diego to Rancho Santa Fe using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (San Diego) and destination (Rancho Santa Fe), 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to Rancho Santa Fe?

    The fastest way takes 89 minutes, using Train line COASTER, Bus line 308.

  • Is there a direct train between San Diego and Rancho Santa Fe?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 29 min.

  • Which train line goes from San Diego to Rancho Santa Fe?

    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 Rancho Santa Fe.

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

    The total travel time between San Diego and Rancho Santa Fe by train and bus is about 1 hr 29 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near San Diego to get to Rancho Santa Fe?

    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 Rancho Santa Fe?

    Get off the train at the Oceanside stop, which is closest to Rancho Santa Fe.

  • How much is the train fare from San Diego to Rancho Santa Fe?

    The ride from San Diego to Rancho Santa Fe costs $9.00.

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