What is the cheapest way to get from Carlsbad to Costa Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from Carlsbad to Costa Mesa is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlsbad to Costa Mesa?

The fastest way to get from Carlsbad to Costa Mesa is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Carlsbad and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlsbad to Costa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Carlsbad Bl & Oak Av and arriving at Oc Fair-Yellow Gate via Oceanside and Irvine Station-Dock 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Carlsbad to Costa Mesa?

The distance between Carlsbad and Costa Mesa is 53 miles. The road distance is 50.7 miles.

How do I travel from Carlsbad to Costa Mesa without a car?

The best way to get from Carlsbad to Costa Mesa without a car is to train and line 688 bus which takes 2h 19m and costs $10 - $14.

How long does it take to get from Carlsbad to Costa Mesa?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Carlsbad to Costa Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlsbad to Costa Mesa bus from?

Carlsbad to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oceanside station.

Where does the Carlsbad to Costa Mesa bus arrive?

Carlsbad to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Irvine station.

Can I drive from Carlsbad to Costa Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlsbad to Costa Mesa is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Carlsbad to Costa Mesa.

Where can I stay near Costa Mesa?

There are 1317+ hotels available in Costa Mesa.

Carlsbad to Costa Mesa - 4 ways to travel via train, line 688 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlsbad to Costa Mesa by train, bus, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train, line 688 bus
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Irvine Station-Dock 5 to Oc Fair-Yellow Gatebus 688
2h 19m
$11–14
Drive 50.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlsbad to Costa Mesacar 50.4 mi
1h 5m
$10–14
Bus, line 688 bus
1. Take the bus from Oceanside to Irvinebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Irvine Station-Dock 5 to Oc Fair-Yellow Gatebus 688
3h 25m
$18–27
Train, line 55 bus
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Flower-6Th to 19Th-Harborbus 55
3h 43m
$16–22

Carlsbad to Costa Mesa by train and bus

52Weekly Services

2h 19mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 52.6 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Carlsbad, CA, USA and Costa Mesa, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Carlsbad Bl & Oak Av to Oc Fair-Yellow Gate via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8, Oceanside, Irvine, and Irvine Station-Dock 5 in around 3h 25m.

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