How to get from Encinitas to Vista by light rail and train?

Encinitas to Vista - Train Schedule

The COASTER train from Encinitas to Vista runs from 7:05 AM to 10:05 PM, with departures every 40 min-1 hr 40 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 4 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Encinitas to Vista by light rail and train

To get from Encinitas to Vista in San Diego, take the COASTER train from Encinitas Station station to Oceanside Transit Center station. Next, take the SPRINTER light rail from Oceanside Transit Center station to Vista Transit Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $7.50. The light rail and train schedule from Encinitas may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Vista on the Moovit app.

64min$7.50
Walk to train station
Train - COASTER
Light Rail - SPRINTER
SPRINTER
Leaves from Encinitas Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Encinitas Station
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - COASTERCOASTER
    Wait for train
    COASTER
    Oceanside
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Oceanside Transit Center
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Oceanside Transit Center
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - SPRINTERSPRINTER
    Wait for light rail
    SPRINTER
    Escondido
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station Vista Transit Center
    Ride to light rail station
    Vista Transit Center
    ID 1
    23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Encinitas to Vista by bus and light rail

To get from Encinitas to Vista in San Diego, take the 101 bus from Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av station to Coast Hwy & Oceanside Blvd station. Next, take the SPRINTER light rail from Escondido Junction station to Vista Transit Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 18 min. The ride fare is $5.00. The light rail and train schedule from Encinitas may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Vista on the Moovit app.

78min$5.00
Bus - 101
101
Light Rail - SPRINTER
SPRINTER
Leaves from Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Encinitas
  • 2
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
    Oceanside
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Coast Hwy & Oceanside Blvd
    ID 21309
    40 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Escondido Junction
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - SPRINTERSPRINTER
    Wait for light rail
    SPRINTER
    Escondido
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station Vista Transit Center
    Ride to light rail station
    Vista Transit Center
    ID 1
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Encinitas to Vista

The distance between Encinitas, San Diego and Vista, San Diego is approximately 20.94 mi, which can typically be travelled in 64 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Encinitas to Vista by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Diego – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail And Train schedule from Encinitas to Vista

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

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From Encinitas to Vista by bus and light rail

To get from Encinitas to Vista in San Diego, take the 101 bus from Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av station to Coast Hwy & Oceanside Blvd station. Next, take the SPRINTER light rail from Escondido Junction station to Vista Transit Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 18 min. The ride fare is $5.00. The light rail and train schedule from Encinitas may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Vista on the Moovit app.

78min$5.00
Bus - 101
101
Light Rail - SPRINTER
SPRINTER
Leaves from Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Encinitas
  • 2
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
    Oceanside
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Coast Hwy & Oceanside Blvd
    ID 21309
    40 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Escondido Junction
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - SPRINTERSPRINTER
    Wait for light rail
    SPRINTER
    Escondido
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station Vista Transit Center
    Ride to light rail station
    Vista Transit Center
    ID 1
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to Vista?

    The fastest way takes 64 minutes, using Train line COASTER, Light Rail line SPRINTER.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Encinitas to Vista?

    The alternative route takes 78 minutes, using Bus line 101, Light Rail line SPRINTER.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 4 min.

  • Which train line goes from Encinitas to Vista in San Diego?

    The COASTER train line goes from Encinitas Station near Encinitas to Oceanside Transit Center station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line till Oceanside Transit Center station near Vista in San Diego.

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

    The total travel time between Encinitas and Vista in San Diego by train and light rail is about 1 hr 4 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the train at the Oceanside Transit Center station, which is closest to Vista in San Diego.

  • How much is the train fare from Encinitas to Vista?

    The ride from Encinitas to Vista costs $7.50.

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