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

The cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Ventura is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Ventura is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Mesa and Ventura?

No, there is no direct bus from Costa Mesa to Ventura. However, there are services departing from Park-19Th and arriving at Ventura, CA via Fullerton Amtrak Station, Los Angeles Union Station and Los Angeles Airport, CA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Costa Mesa and Ventura?

No, there is no direct train from Costa Mesa to Ventura. However, there are services departing from Santa Ana and arriving at Ventura Amtrak via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Costa Mesa to Ventura?

The distance between Costa Mesa and Ventura is 120 miles. The road distance is 107.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Ventura without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs $35 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Costa Mesa to Ventura, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Costa Mesa to Ventura train from?

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

Train or bus from Costa Mesa to Ventura?

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Ventura is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs $35 - $80. Alternatively, you can line 43 bus and bus, which costs $75 - $110 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Costa Mesa to Ventura bus arrive?

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

Where does the Costa Mesa to Ventura train arrive?

Costa Mesa to Ventura train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ventura Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Costa Mesa to Ventura?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Mesa to Ventura is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Costa Mesa to Ventura.

Where can I stay near Ventura?

There are 149+ hotels available in Ventura.

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There are 3 ways to get from Costa Mesa to Ventura by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to Ventura Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 27m
$37–77
Drive 106.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Costa Mesa to Venturacar 106.6 mi
1h 53m
$20–29
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 Airport, CA to Ventura, CAbus
6h 12m
$77–102

Costa Mesa to Ventura by bus and train (Amtrak)

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4h 27mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119.3 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Ana to Ventura Amtrak 5 times a day. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park-19Th to Ventura, CA via Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Los Angeles, Los Angeles Union Station, and Los Angeles Airport, CA in around 6h 12m.

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