What is the cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Riverside?

The cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Riverside is to line 71 bus and bus which costs $4 - $7 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Riverside?

The fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Riverside is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Mesa and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Costa Mesa to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Newport-Broadway and arriving at Magnolia + Sunnyside via Village of Orange Zone 5 and Galleria @ Tyler EB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Costa Mesa to Riverside?

The distance between Costa Mesa and Riverside is 47 miles. The road distance is 43.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Riverside without a car is to line 662 bus and train which takes 2h 18m and costs $10 - $14.

How long does it take to get from Costa Mesa to Riverside?

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Costa Mesa to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Costa Mesa to Riverside bus from?

Costa Mesa to Riverside bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Newport-Broadway station.

Where does the Costa Mesa to Riverside bus arrive?

Costa Mesa to Riverside bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Tustin-East Village Way station.

Can I drive from Costa Mesa to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Mesa to Riverside is 44 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Costa Mesa to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 265+ hotels available in Riverside.

Costa Mesa to Riverside - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 662 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Costa Mesa to Riverside 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 Riverside - Downtowntrain IE-OC Line
2h 18m
$10–14
Line 71 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newport-Broadway to Tustin-East Village Waybus 71
2. Take the bus from Village of Orange Zone 5 to Galleria @ Tyler EBbus 200
3h 30m
$4–7
Drive 43.3 mi
1. Drive from Costa Mesa to Riversidecar 43.3 mi
46 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Costa Mesa to Riversidetaxi 43.3 mi
46 min
$150–190
Line 43 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Park-19Th to Harbor-Katellabus 43
2. Take the bus from Katella + Harbor to Galleria @ Tyler EBbus 200
3h 45m
$4–8

Costa Mesa to Riverside by bus and train

44Weekly Services

2h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 47.2 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Costa Mesa, CA, USA and Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Newport-Broadway to Magnolia + Sunnyside via Tustin-East Village Way, Village of Orange Zone 5, and Galleria @ Tyler EB in around 3h 30m.

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