What is the cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach?

The fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Mesa and Ocean Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach. However, there are services departing from Oc Fair-Yellow Gate and arriving at Cable St & Newport Av via Santa Ana Bus Stop and Old Town Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Costa Mesa and Ocean Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach. However, there are services departing from Irvine and arriving at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach?

The distance between Costa Mesa and Ocean Beach is 95 miles. The road distance is 82.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs $29 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach bus from?

Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Santa Ana Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach train from?

Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Irvine station.

Train or bus from Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach?

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs $29 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17 - $35 and takes 3h 44m.

Where does the Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach bus arrive?

Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Where does the Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach train arrive?

Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach.

Where can I stay near Ocean Beach?

There are 1933+ hotels available in Ocean Beach.

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There are 3 ways to get from Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 40m
$29–62
Drive 82 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Costa Mesa to Ocean Beachcar 82 mi
1h 41m
$15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
3h 44m
$17–33

Costa Mesa to Ocean Beach by bus and train (Amtrak)

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 94.6 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Irvine to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $25–55 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, Greyhound-us operates a bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop twice daily, and the journey takes 1h 45m. Three other operators also service this route.

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