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

The cheapest way to get from Fontana to Costa Mesa is to bus and line 43 bus which costs $5 - $9 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fontana to Costa Mesa is to drive which takes 58 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Fontana and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Fontana to Costa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Merrill @ Sierra Avenue and arriving at Harbor-19Th via San Bernardino and Harbor-Katella. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Fontana and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct train from Fontana to Costa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Fontana and arriving at Santa Ana via San Bernardino Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Fontana to Costa Mesa?

The distance between Fontana and Costa Mesa is 65 miles. The road distance is 51.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fontana to Costa Mesa without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs $11 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Fontana to Costa Mesa, including transfers.

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

Fontana to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, depart from San Bernardino station.

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

Fontana to Costa Mesa train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from San Bernardino Depot station.

Train or bus from Fontana to Costa Mesa?

The best way to get from Fontana to Costa Mesa is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs $11 - $16. Alternatively, you can bus and line 43 bus, which costs $5 - $9 and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Fontana to Costa Mesa bus arrive?

Fontana to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, arrive at Harbor + Katella station.

Where does the Fontana to Costa Mesa train arrive?

Fontana to Costa Mesa train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from Fontana to Costa Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Fontana to Costa Mesa is 52 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Fontana to Costa Mesa.

Where can I stay near Costa Mesa?

There are 1532+ hotels available in Costa Mesa.

Fontana to Costa Mesa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 43 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Fontana to Costa Mesa by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from San Bernardino Depot to Santa Anatrain IE-OC Line
3h 50m
$11–16
Bus, line 43 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Harbor + Katellabus 200
2. Take the bus from Harbor-Katella to Harbor-19Thbus 43
4h 12m
$5–9
Drive 51.2 mi
1. Drive from Fontana to Costa Mesacar 51.2 mi
58 min
$10–14
Line 61 bus, line 57 bus
1. Take the bus from Sierra Avenue @ Merrill to Pomona Transit Centerbus 61
2. Take the bus from Ring-Brea Mall to Bristol-Sunflowerbus 57
5h 38m
$7–12

Fontana to Costa Mesa by train and bus

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Distance: 64.2 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

Metrolink Trains operates a train from San Bernardino Depot to Santa Ana 3 times a day. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merrill @ Sierra Avenue to Harbor-19Th via San Bernardino Transit Center, San Bernardino, Harbor + Katella, and Harbor-Katella in around 4h 12m.

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