What is the cheapest way to get from Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa is to bus and line 43 bus which costs $6 - $17 and takes 4h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa?

The fastest way to get from Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Big Bear Lake and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Veteran's Park - Knickerbocker Rd & Big Bear Blvd and arriving at Harbor-19Th via San Bernardino and Harbor-Katella. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa?

The distance between Big Bear Lake and Costa Mesa is 99 miles. The road distance is 95.2 miles.

How do I travel from Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa without a car?

The best way to get from Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 49m and costs $14 - $24.

How long does it take to get from Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa?

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa bus from?

Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by Mountain Transit, depart from Veteran's Park - Knickerbocker Rd & Big Bear Blvd station.

Where does the Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa bus arrive?

Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by Mountain Transit, arrive at San Bernardino station.

Can I drive from Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa.

Where can I stay near Costa Mesa?

There are 1460+ hotels available in Costa Mesa.

Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Veteran's Park - Knickerbocker Rd & Big Bear Blvd to Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd Stbus 5
2. Take the train from San Bernardino Depot to Santa Anatrain IE-OC Line
4h 49m
$15–24
Bus, line 43 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Veteran's Park - Knickerbocker Rd & Big Bear Blvd to San Bernardinobus 5
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Harbor + Katellabus 200
3. Take the bus from Harbor-Katella to Harbor-19Thbus 43
4h 58m
$7–16
Drive 94.7 mi
1. Drive from Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesacar 94.7 mi
1h 49m
$18–25

Big Bear Lake to Costa Mesa by bus and train

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4h 49mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 98.1 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Big Bear Lake, CA, USA and Costa Mesa, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Veteran's Park - Knickerbocker Rd & Big Bear Blvd to Harbor-19Th via San Bernardino, Harbor + Katella, and Harbor-Katella in around 4h 58m.

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