How to get from Encinitas Station to San Diego State University by cable car and train?

From Encinitas Station to San Diego State University by cable car and train

To get from Encinitas Station to San Diego State University in San Diego, take the COASTER train from Encinitas Station station to Old Town Transit Center station. Next, take the GREEN cable car from Old Town Station station to Sdsu Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The ride fare is $6.50. The cable car and train schedule from Encinitas Station may change. We recommend you check the updated cable car and train schedule to San Diego State University on the Moovit app.

71min$6.50
Train - COASTER
Cable Car - GREENGREEN
Walk to San Diego State University
Leaves from Encinitas Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Encinitas Station
  • 2
    Train - COASTERCOASTER
    Wait for train
    COASTER
    San Diego
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Old Town Transit Center
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to cable car station
    Walk to cable car station
    Old Town Station
    ID 75042
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Cable Car - GREENGREEN
    Wait for cable car
    GREEN
    El Cajon
  • 6
    Ride to cable car station
    Ride to cable car station
    Sdsu Station
    ID 75063
    23 min
  • 7
    Walk to San Diego State University
    Walk to
    San Diego State University
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Encinitas Station to San Diego State University by bus and train

To get from Encinitas Station to San Diego State University in San Diego, take the COASTER train from Encinitas Station station to Santa Fe Depot station. Next, take the 215 bus from Santa Fe Depot station to Sdsu Transit Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 41 min. The ride fare is $6.50. The cable car and train schedule from Encinitas Station may change. We recommend you check the updated cable car and train schedule to San Diego State University on the Moovit app.

101min$6.50
Train - COASTER
Bus - 215
215
Walk to San Diego State University
Leaves from Encinitas Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Encinitas Station
  • 2
    Train - COASTERCOASTER
    Wait for train
    COASTER
    San Diego
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Santa Fe Depot
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Fe Depot
    ID 99589
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 215215
    Wait for bus
    215
    Sdsu
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sdsu Transit Center
    ID 99017
    50 min
  • 7
    Walk to San Diego State University
    Walk to
    San Diego State University
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Encinitas Station to San Diego State University

The distance between Encinitas Station and San Diego State University is approximately 35.28 mi, which can typically be travelled in 71 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Encinitas Station to San Diego State University by cable car and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Diego – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Cable Car And Train schedule from Encinitas Station to San Diego State University

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

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From Encinitas Station to San Diego State University by bus and train

To get from Encinitas Station to San Diego State University in San Diego, take the COASTER train from Encinitas Station station to Santa Fe Depot station. Next, take the 215 bus from Santa Fe Depot station to Sdsu Transit Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 41 min. The ride fare is $6.50. The cable car and train schedule from Encinitas Station may change. We recommend you check the updated cable car and train schedule to San Diego State University on the Moovit app.

101min$6.50
Train - COASTER
Bus - 215
215
Walk to San Diego State University
Leaves from Encinitas Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Encinitas Station
  • 2
    Train - COASTERCOASTER
    Wait for train
    COASTER
    San Diego
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Santa Fe Depot
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Fe Depot
    ID 99589
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 215215
    Wait for bus
    215
    Sdsu
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sdsu Transit Center
    ID 99017
    50 min
  • 7
    Walk to San Diego State University
    Walk to
    San Diego State University
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 71 minutes, using Train line COASTER, Cable Car line GREEN.

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

    The alternative route takes 101 minutes, using Train line COASTER, Bus line 215.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one cable car line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 11 min.

  • Which train line goes from Encinitas Station to San Diego State University?

    The COASTER train line goes from San Diego station near Encinitas Station in Encinitas to Old Town Transit Center station. From there you’ll have to take one cable car line till Old Town Transit Center station near San Diego State University.

  • How long does it take to travel from Encinitas Station to San Diego State University by train and cable car?

    The total travel time between Encinitas Station and San Diego State University by train and cable car is about 1 hr 11 min.

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

    Get on the COASTER train from the San Diego station near Encinitas Station in Encinitas.

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

    Get off the train at the Old Town Transit Center station, which is closest to San Diego State University.

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

    The ride from Encinitas Station to San Diego State University costs $6.50.

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