What is the cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Costa Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Costa Mesa is to line 1 bus and line 55 bus which costs $4 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dana Point to Costa Mesa?

The fastest way to get from Dana Point to Costa Mesa is to drive which takes 30 min and costs $3 - $5.

Is there a direct bus between Dana Point and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Dana Point to Costa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern and arriving at 17Th-Newport via Newport Trans Ctr Dock 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Dana Point to Costa Mesa?

The distance between Dana Point and Costa Mesa is 21 miles. The road distance is 19 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dana Point to Costa Mesa without a car is to line 1 bus and line 55 bus which takes 1h 37m and costs $4.

How long does it take to get from Dana Point to Costa Mesa?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Dana Point to Costa Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dana Point to Costa Mesa bus from?

Dana Point to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern station.

Where does the Dana Point to Costa Mesa bus arrive?

Dana Point to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Newport Trans Ctr Dock 5 station.

Can I drive from Dana Point to Costa Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Dana Point to Costa Mesa is 19 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Dana Point to Costa Mesa.

Where can I stay near Costa Mesa?

There are 1309+ hotels available in Costa Mesa.

Dana Point to Costa Mesa - 3 ways to travel via line 1 bus, line 55 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Dana Point to Costa Mesa by bus, car, or taxi

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Line 1 bus, line 55 bus
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1. Take the bus from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern to Newport Trans Ctr Dock 5bus 1
2. Take the bus from Newport Trans Ctr Dock 8 to 17Th-Newportbus 55
1h 37m
$4
Drive 18.9 mi
1. Drive from Dana Point to Costa Mesacar 18.9 mi
30 min
$4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dana Point to Costa Mesataxi 18.9 mi
30 min
$70–85

Dana Point to Costa Mesa by bus

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Distance: 21.1 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Dana Point, CA, USA and Costa Mesa, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern to 17Th-Newport via Newport Trans Ctr Dock 5 and Newport Trans Ctr Dock 8 in around 1h 37m.

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