What is the cheapest way to get from La Jolla to Costa Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from La Jolla to Costa Mesa is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Jolla to Costa Mesa?

The fastest way to get from La Jolla to Costa Mesa is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between La Jolla and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from La Jolla to Costa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Silverado St & Herschel Av and arriving at Oc Fair-Yellow Gate via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop and The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from La Jolla to Costa Mesa?

The distance between La Jolla and Costa Mesa is 106 miles. The road distance is 76.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from La Jolla to Costa Mesa without a car is to line 30 bus and bus which takes 4h 31m and costs $17 - $35.

How long does it take to get from La Jolla to Costa Mesa?

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from La Jolla to Costa Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Jolla to Costa Mesa bus from?

La Jolla to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Silverado St & Herschel Av station.

Where does the La Jolla to Costa Mesa bus arrive?

La Jolla to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Old Town Transit Center station.

Can I drive from La Jolla to Costa Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between La Jolla to Costa Mesa is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from La Jolla to Costa Mesa.

Where can I stay near Costa Mesa?

There are 1536+ hotels available in Costa Mesa.

La Jolla to Costa Mesa - 4 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 30 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Silverado St & Herschel Av to Old Town Transit Centerbus 30
2. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Santa Ana Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
4h 31m
$18–32
Drive 75.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from La Jolla to Costa Mesacar 75.7 mi
1h 34m
$14–20
Train, line 55 bus
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Flower-6Th to 19Th-Harborbus 55
5h 4m
$34–69
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 19Th-Harborbus 55
5h 52m
$18–27

La Jolla to Costa Mesa by bus

14Weekly Buses

4h 31mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 105.1 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between La Jolla, San Diego County, CA, USA and Costa Mesa, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Silverado St & Herschel Av to Oc Fair-Yellow Gate via Old Town Transit Center, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Santa Ana Bus Stop, and The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 9 in around 4h 31m.

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