What is the cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe?

The cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe is to drive which costs $11 - $18 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe?

The fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $11 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Mesa and Rancho Santa Fe?

No, there is no direct bus from Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe. However, there are services departing from Oc Fair-Yellow Gate and arriving at Paseo Delicias & Via De La Valle via Santa Ana, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 and Plaza St & Highway 101. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe?

The distance between Costa Mesa and Rancho Santa Fe is 77 miles. The road distance is 65.1 miles.

How do I travel from Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe without a car?

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe without a car is to line 688 bus and train which takes 3h 40m and costs $22 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe bus from?

Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Santa Ana station.

Where does the Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe bus arrive?

Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe.

Where can I stay near Rancho Santa Fe?

There are 586+ hotels available in Rancho Santa Fe.

Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 688 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Line 688 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Oc Fair-Yellow Gate to Irvine Station-Dock 5bus 688
2. Take the train from Irvine to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 40m
$22–47
Drive 64.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fecar 64.7 mi
1h 23m
$12–18
Bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Oceansidebus Los Angeles
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & Plaza Stbus 101
4h 58m
$13–27

Costa Mesa to Rancho Santa Fe by bus and train

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3h 40mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 76.6 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Costa Mesa, CA, USA and Rancho Santa Fe, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Oc Fair-Yellow Gate to Paseo Delicias & Via De La Valle via Santa Ana, Oceanside, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8, Hwy 101 & Plaza St, and Plaza St & Highway 101 in around 4h 58m.

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