How to get from Vista to San Marcos by light rail?

From Vista to San Marcos by light rail

Take one direct light rail from Vista to San Marcos in San Diego: take the SPRINTER light rail from Vista Transit Center station to San Marcos Civic Center Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 20 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The light rail schedule from Vista may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to San Marcos on the Moovit app.

20min$2.50
Walk to light rail stationLight Rail - SPRINTER
SPRINTER
Walk to San Marcos
Leaves from Vista Transit Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Vista Transit Center
    ID 1
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - SPRINTERSPRINTER
    Wait for light rail
    SPRINTER
    Escondido
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    San Marcos Civic Center Station
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to San Marcos
    Walk to
    San Marcos
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Vista to San Marcos by bus

Take one direct bus from Vista to San Marcos in San Diego: take the 305 bus from Vista Transit Center station to Mission Rd & San Marcos Bl station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 36 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The light rail schedule from Vista may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to San Marcos on the Moovit app.

36min$2.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 305
305
Walk to San Marcos
Leaves from Vista Transit Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vista Transit Center
    ID 1
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 305305
    Wait for bus
    305
    Escondido
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mission Rd & San Marcos Bl
    ID 20323
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to San Marcos
    Walk to
    San Marcos
    130 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Vista to San Marcos

The distance between Vista, San Diego and San Marcos, San Diego is approximately 7.3 mi, which can typically be travelled in 20 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Vista to San Marcos by light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Diego – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail schedule from Vista to San Marcos

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

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From Vista to San Marcos by bus

Take one direct bus from Vista to San Marcos in San Diego: take the 305 bus from Vista Transit Center station to Mission Rd & San Marcos Bl station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 36 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The light rail schedule from Vista may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to San Marcos on the Moovit app.

36min$2.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 305
305
Walk to San Marcos
Leaves from Vista Transit Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vista Transit Center
    ID 1
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 305305
    Wait for bus
    305
    Escondido
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mission Rd & San Marcos Bl
    ID 20323
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to San Marcos
    Walk to
    San Marcos
    130 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Vista to San Marcos?

    The fastest way takes 20 minutes, using Light Rail line SPRINTER.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Vista to San Marcos?

    The alternative route takes 36 minutes, using Bus line 305.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Vista and San Marcos in San Diego?

    Yes, there is a direct light rail going from Vista to San Marcos in San Diego in 20 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Vista to San Marcos in San Diego?

    The SPRINTER light rail line goes from Vista Transit Center station near Vista to Escondido station near San Marcos in San Diego.

  • How long does it take to travel from Vista to San Marcos in San Diego by light rail?

    The total travel time between Vista and San Marcos in San Diego by light rail is about 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Vista to get to San Marcos in San Diego?

    Get on the SPRINTER light rail from the Vista Transit Center station near Vista in San Diego.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Vista and San Marcos in San Diego?

    Get off the light rail at the Escondido station, which is closest to San Marcos in San Diego.

  • When is the last bus from Vista to San Marcos in San Diego?

    The last bus from Vista to San Marcos in San Diego is the Vista - Escondido line. It leaves the Vista Transit Center stop at 3:10 PM.

  • How much is the light rail fare from Vista to San Marcos?

    The ride from Vista to San Marcos costs $2.50.

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