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

The cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Solana Beach is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Solana Beach is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs $11 - $17.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Costa Mesa to Solana Beach. However, there are services departing from Oc Fair-Yellow Gate and arriving at Hwy 101 & Plaza St via Santa Ana and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Costa Mesa to Solana Beach?

The distance between Costa Mesa and Solana Beach is 69 miles. The road distance is 63.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Solana Beach without a car is to line 688 bus and train which takes 2h 30m and costs $20 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Costa Mesa to Solana Beach, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Costa Mesa to Solana Beach bus arrive?

Costa Mesa to Solana Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Costa Mesa to Solana Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Mesa to Solana Beach is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Costa Mesa to Solana Beach.

Where can I stay near Solana Beach?

There are 575+ hotels available in Solana Beach.

Costa Mesa to Solana Beach - 3 ways to travel via train, line 688 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Costa Mesa to Solana Beach 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
2h 30m
$20–42
Bus, line 101 bus
cheapest
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
3h 48m
$11–22
Drive 63.3 mi
1. Drive from Costa Mesa to Solana Beachcar 63.3 mi
1h 19m
$12–17

Costa Mesa to Solana Beach by bus and train

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2h 30mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 68.4 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Oc Fair-Yellow Gate to Hwy 101 & Plaza St via Santa Ana, Oceanside, and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 in around 3h 48m.

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