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

The cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Pismo Beach is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Pismo Beach is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs $35 - $60.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Costa Mesa to Pismo Beach. 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 27m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Costa Mesa to Pismo Beach. However, there are services departing from Santa Ana and arriving at Grover Beach Amtrak via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Costa Mesa to Pismo Beach?

The distance between Costa Mesa and Pismo Beach is 256 miles. The road distance is 216.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Pismo Beach without a car is to train which takes 7h 32m and costs $85 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Costa Mesa to Pismo Beach, including transfers.

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

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

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

Costa Mesa to Pismo Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Ana station.

Train or bus from Costa Mesa to Pismo Beach?

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Pismo Beach is to train which takes 7h 32m and costs $85 - $180. Alternatively, you can line 43 bus and bus, which costs $65 - $100 and takes 9h 27m.

Where does the Costa Mesa to Pismo Beach bus arrive?

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

Where does the Costa Mesa to Pismo Beach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Costa Mesa to Pismo Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Mesa to Pismo Beach is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Costa Mesa to Pismo Beach.

Where can I stay near Pismo Beach?

There are 221+ hotels available in Pismo Beach.

Costa Mesa to Pismo Beach - 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 Pismo Beach 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 32m
$86–174
Drive 215.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Costa Mesa to Pismo Beachcar 215.2 mi
3h 54m
$40–57
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 27m
$65–98

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Distance: 254.1 mi
Duration: 7h 32m

What companies run services between Costa Mesa, CA, USA and Pismo Beach, 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 Pismo Beach 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 27m.

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