What is the cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Joshua Tree?

The cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Joshua Tree is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Joshua Tree?

The fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Joshua Tree is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Mesa and Joshua Tree?

No, there is no direct bus from Costa Mesa to Joshua Tree. However, there are services departing from Harbor-Bernard and arriving at Hwy 62 & Park Blvd via Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Springs Airport and Yucca Valley Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.

How far is it from Costa Mesa to Joshua Tree?

The distance between Costa Mesa and Joshua Tree is 132 miles. The road distance is 118 miles.

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

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Joshua Tree without a car is to line 43 bus and bus which takes 7h 58m and costs $35 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Costa Mesa to Joshua Tree?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Costa Mesa to Joshua Tree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Costa Mesa to Joshua Tree bus from?

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

Where does the Costa Mesa to Joshua Tree bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Costa Mesa to Joshua Tree?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Mesa to Joshua Tree is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Costa Mesa to Joshua Tree.

Where can I stay near Joshua Tree?

There are 577+ hotels available in Joshua Tree.

Costa Mesa to Joshua Tree - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 43 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Costa Mesa to Joshua Tree by train, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train, drive
best
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain IE-OC Line
2. Drive from Redlands - University to Joshua Treecar
4h 53m
$28–41
Drive 117.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Costa Mesa to Joshua Treecar 117.4 mi
2h 10m
$22–31
Line 43 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Harbor-Bernard to Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2bus 43
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport to Yucca Valley Transit Centerbus 12 / ...
7h 58m
$37–62

Costa Mesa to Joshua Tree by bus

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7h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 131.5 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Harbor-Bernard to Hwy 62 & Park Blvd via Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Springs Airport, and Yucca Valley Transit Center in around 7h 58m.

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