What is the cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande?

The cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande?

The fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Mesa and Arroyo Grande?

No, there is no direct bus from Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande. However, there are services departing from Park-19Th and arriving at Grover Beach Amtrak via Fullerton Amtrak Station, Los Angeles Union Station and Santa Barbara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Costa Mesa and Arroyo Grande?

No, there is no direct train from Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande. However, there are services departing from Santa Ana and arriving at Grover Beach Amtrak via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

How far is it from Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande?

The distance between Costa Mesa and Arroyo Grande is 256 miles. The road distance is 213.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande without a car is to train which takes 7h 33m and costs $85 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande?

It takes approximately 7h 33m to get from Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande bus from?

Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Park-19Th station.

Where do I catch the Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande train from?

Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Ana station.

Train or bus from Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande?

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande is to train which takes 7h 33m and costs $85 - $180. Alternatively, you can line 43 bus and bus, which costs $65 - $100 and takes 9h 28m.

Where does the Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande bus arrive?

Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2 station.

Where does the Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande train arrive?

Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Grover Beach Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande.

Where can I stay near Arroyo Grande?

There are 233+ hotels available in Arroyo Grande.

Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande - 3 ways to travel via train, line 43 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grande by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Amtrak), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to Grover Beach Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 33m
$88–176
Drive 212.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Costa Mesa to Arroyo Grandecar 212.1 mi
3h 50m
$39–56
Line 43 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Park-19Th to Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2bus 43
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Grover Beach Amtrakbus
9h 28m
$67–100

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Distance: 254.7 mi
Duration: 7h 33m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Ana to Grover Beach Amtrak twice daily. Tickets cost $75–160 and the journey takes 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park-19Th to Arroyo Grande via Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Los Angeles, Los Angeles Union Station, Santa Barbara Bus Stop, Santa Barbara, and Grover Beach Amtrak in around 9h 28m.

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