What is the cheapest way to get from La Jolla to Balboa Island?

The cheapest way to get from La Jolla to Balboa Island is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Jolla to Balboa Island?

The fastest way to get from La Jolla to Balboa Island is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between La Jolla and Balboa Island?

No, there is no direct bus from La Jolla to Balboa Island. However, there are services departing from Silverado St & Herschel Av and arriving at Bayside-Ent 919 Newport via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 1 and Flower-6Th. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from La Jolla to Balboa Island?

The distance between La Jolla and Balboa Island is 102 miles. The road distance is 73.3 miles.

How do I travel from La Jolla to Balboa Island without a car?

The best way to get from La Jolla to Balboa Island without a car is to line 30 bus and train which takes 3h 29m and costs $65 - $110.

How long does it take to get from La Jolla to Balboa Island?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from La Jolla to Balboa Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Jolla to Balboa Island bus from?

La Jolla to Balboa Island bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Where does the La Jolla to Balboa Island bus arrive?

La Jolla to Balboa Island bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Santa Ana Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from La Jolla to Balboa Island?

Yes, the driving distance between La Jolla to Balboa Island is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from La Jolla to Balboa Island.

Where can I stay near Balboa Island?

There are 1532+ hotels available in Balboa Island.

La Jolla to Balboa Island - 4 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from La Jolla to Balboa Island by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Line 30 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Silverado St & Herschel Av to Old Town Transit Centerbus 30
2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 29m
$68–110
Drive 72.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from La Jolla to Balboa Islandcar 72.9 mi
1h 29m
$14–20
Bus, line 55 bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Santa Ana Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
2. Take the bus from Flower-6Th to Bayside-Ent 919 Newportbus 55
5h 12m
$20–35
Bus, train, line 55 bus
1. Take the bus from Gilman Dr & Myers Dr to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Santa Anatrain
3. Take the bus from Flower-6Th to Bayside-Ent 919 Newportbus 55
6h 13m
$18–27

La Jolla to Balboa Island by bus

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5h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 101.6 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between La Jolla, San Diego County, CA, USA and Balboa Island, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Silverado St & Herschel Av to Bayside-Ent 919 Newport via Old Town Transit Center, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 1, and Flower-6Th in around 5h 12m.

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