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

The cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Fullerton is to line 43 bus which costs $2 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Fullerton is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs $60 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Mesa and Fullerton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Harbor-Bernard and arriving at Harbor-Commonwealth. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Costa Mesa to Fullerton?

The distance between Costa Mesa and Fullerton is 18 miles. The road distance is 16.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Fullerton without a car is to line 662 bus and train which takes 1h 8m and costs $8 - $11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Costa Mesa to Fullerton, including transfers.

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

Costa Mesa to Fullerton bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Harbor-Bernard station.

Where does the Costa Mesa to Fullerton bus arrive?

Costa Mesa to Fullerton bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Harbor-Commonwealth station.

Can I drive from Costa Mesa to Fullerton?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Mesa to Fullerton is 16 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Costa Mesa to Fullerton.

Where can I stay near Fullerton?

There are 1038+ hotels available in Fullerton.

Costa Mesa to Fullerton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 662 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Costa Mesa to Fullerton by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 662 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Oc Fair-Yellow Gate to The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 9bus 662
2. Take the train from Santa Ana to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
1h 8m
$8–11
Line 43 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Harbor-Bernard to Harbor-Commonwealthbus 43
1h 31m
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Costa Mesa to Fullertontaxi 16.2 mi
27 min
$60–75
Drive 16.2 mi
1. Drive from Costa Mesa to Fullertoncar 16.2 mi
27 min
$3–5

Costa Mesa to Fullerton by bus and train

52Weekly Services

1h 8mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 18.4 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

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

OCTA operates a bus from Harbor-Bernard to Harbor-Commonwealth every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 1h 31m.

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