What is the cheapest way to get from Carmel Valley to Costa Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from Carmel Valley to Costa Mesa is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carmel Valley to Costa Mesa?

The fastest way to get from Carmel Valley to Costa Mesa is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Carmel Valley and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmel Valley station to Costa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Solana Beach Amtrak Station and arriving at Oc Fair-Yellow Gate via Irvine Station-Dock 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Carmel Valley to Costa Mesa?

The distance between Carmel Valley and Costa Mesa is 74 miles. The road distance is 68.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmel Valley to Costa Mesa without a car is to train and line 688 bus which takes 2h 45m and costs $50 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Carmel Valley to Costa Mesa?

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Carmel Valley to Costa Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmel Valley to Costa Mesa bus from?

Carmel Valley to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where does the Carmel Valley to Costa Mesa bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmel Valley to Costa Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmel Valley to Costa Mesa is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Carmel Valley to Costa Mesa.

Where can I stay near Costa Mesa?

There are 1532+ hotels available in Costa Mesa.

Carmel Valley to Costa Mesa - 5 ways to travel via train, line 688 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Carmel Valley to Costa Mesa by train, bus, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train, line 688 bus
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Irvine Station-Dock 5 to Oc Fair-Yellow Gatebus 688
2h 45m
$51–79
Drive 67.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carmel Valley to Costa Mesacar 67.7 mi
1h 24m
$13–18
Bus, line 688 bus
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Irvinebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Irvine Station-Dock 5 to Oc Fair-Yellow Gatebus 688
2h 49m
$52–67
Train, line 55 bus
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Flower-6Th to 19Th-Harborbus 55
3h 12m
$56–86
Line 101 bus, train, line 55 bus
1. Take the bus from Camino Del Mar & Del Mar Heights Rd to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Santa Anatrain
3. Take the bus from Flower-6Th to 19Th-Harborbus 55
4h 48m
$38–49

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Distance: 74 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Carmel Valley, San Diego County, CA, USA and Costa Mesa, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Carmel Valley to Oc Fair-Yellow Gate via Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Irvine, and Irvine Station-Dock 5 in around 2h 49m.

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