The average train between Northridge and La Mesa takes 5h 7m and the fastest train takes 4h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Northridge to La Mesa. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Northridge and La Mesa. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northridge is at 5:44 PM which arrives into La Mesa at 10:34 PM. All services require a transfer at L.A. Union Station and take an average of 5h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Northridge to La Mesa? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Northridge to La Mesa. However, there are services departing from Northridge station and arriving at La Mesa station via San Diego Old Town Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.
Northridge to La Mesa train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Los Angeles station.
Northridge to La Mesa train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.
The distance between Northridge and La Mesa is 214.6 km. The road distance is 256 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 2h 42m.