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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Costa Mesa is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Costa Mesa is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Costa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Airport and arriving at Harbor-19Th via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, Los Angeles and Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Goleta to Costa Mesa?

The distance between Goleta and Costa Mesa is 155 miles. The road distance is 142.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Goleta to Costa Mesa without a car is to train and line 43 bus which takes 5h 41m and costs $45 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Goleta to Costa Mesa, including transfers.

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

Goleta to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Santa Barbara Airport station.

Where does the Goleta to Costa Mesa bus arrive?

Goleta to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Can I drive from Goleta to Costa Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Costa Mesa is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Goleta to Costa Mesa.

Where can I stay near Costa Mesa?

There are 1533+ hotels available in Costa Mesa.

Goleta to Costa Mesa - 3 ways to travel via train, line 43 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Goleta to Costa Mesa by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 43 bus
best
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 1 to Harbor-19Thbus 43
5h 41m
$47–92
Drive 142 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to Costa Mesacar 142 mi
2h 30m
$26–38
Bus, line 43 bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 1 to Harbor-19Thbus 43
6h 46m
$88–111

Goleta to Costa Mesa by train and bus

42Weekly Services

5h 41mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.7 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Harbor-19Th via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles, Fullerton Amtrak Station, and Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 1 in around 6h 46m.

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