What is the cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits?

The cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits is to line 43 bus and bus and line 20 bus which costs $4 - $6 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits?

The fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits is to drive which takes 58 min and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Mesa and La Brea Tar Pits?

No, there is no direct bus from Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits. However, there are services departing from Park-19Th and arriving at Wilshire / Curson via Disneyland Employee's Entrance and 7th / Maple. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits?

The distance between Costa Mesa and La Brea Tar Pits is 52 miles. The road distance is 45.3 miles.

How do I travel from Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits without a car?

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits without a car is to line 662 bus and train which takes 2h 40m and costs $14 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits bus from?

Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Park-19Th station.

Where does the Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits bus arrive?

Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Harbor-East Shuttle Area station.

Can I drive from Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits is 45 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits.

Where can I stay near La Brea Tar Pits?

There are 3029+ hotels available in La Brea Tar Pits.

Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 662 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits by bus, train, car, or taxi

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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 Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 40m
$14–27
Line 43 bus, bus, line 20 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park-19Th to Harbor-East Shuttle Areabus 43
2. Take the bus from Disneyland Employee's Entrance to 6th / Los Angelesbus 460
3. Take the bus from 7th / Maple to Wilshire / Cursonbus 20
4h 28m
$4–6
Drive 45.1 mi
1. Drive from Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pitscar 45.1 mi
58 min
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pitstaxi 45.1 mi
58 min
$170–210

Costa Mesa to La Brea Tar Pits by bus, train, subway, and foot

52Weekly Services

2h 40mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.5 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Costa Mesa, CA, USA and La Brea Tar Pits, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Park-19Th to La Brea Tar Pits via Harbor-East Shuttle Area, Disneyland Employee's Entrance, 6th / Los Angeles, 7th / Maple, and Wilshire / Curson in around 4h 28m.

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