With a population of 59,518, Encinitas is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Encinitas deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
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When flying to Encinitas, you’ll arrive at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar (CLD), which is located 10 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Encinitas departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 02m.
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Encinitas. The train journey from Encinitas to Burbank takes 0h 29m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 36m trip. The train station in Encinitas is called Encinitas, and is located 1.1 km from the city center.
Another option to get to Encinitas is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 147 km from Encinitas. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Encinitas, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From San Fernando, the bus ride to Encinitas takes 145 km and will cost you around $29. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $66 for a journey of 193 km.
Average rates range from around $671 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $586 and up for a 5-star experience.
Renting a car in Encinitas costs $59 per day, on average, or $118 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Los Angeles.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Encinitas (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Compact (Jeep Patriot or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Encinitas, while also 78% cheaper than other types, on average.