Encinitas travel guide
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You're Going to Love Encinitas
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.
Where to Eat in Encinitas
If you’re looking for affordable options, Q'ero (564 S. Coast Highway 101) and Solterra Winery and Kitchen (934 North Coast Hwy 101) are great picks.
When to visit Encinitas
How to Get to Encinitas
Plane
When flying to Encinitas, you’ll arrive at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar (CLD), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Encinitas departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Encinitas. The train journey from Encinitas to Burbank takes 0h 28m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 39m trip. The train station in Encinitas is called Encinitas, and is located 0.7 miles from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Encinitas is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 92 miles from Encinitas. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in Los Angeles.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Encinitas, including Bus, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Ontario, the bus ride to Encinitas takes 40 miles and will cost you around $24. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 120 miles.
Airlines serving Encinitas
Where to stay in Encinitas
Average rates range from around $617 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $616 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland and Rodeway Inn Encinitas North.
Where to stay in popular areas of Encinitas
Most booked hotels in Encinitas
Renting a car in Encinitas
Renting a car in Encinitas costs $55 per day, on average, or $110 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, 12% more expensive than at Los Angeles.
Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. Compact (Jeep Patriot or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Encinitas, while also 79% cheaper than other types, on average.