What is the cheapest way to get from La Mesa to Balboa Park?

The cheapest way to get from La Mesa to Balboa Park is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from La Mesa to Balboa Park?

The fastest way to get from La Mesa to Balboa Park is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between La Mesa and Balboa Park?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from University Av & College Av and arriving at Park Bl & Village Pl. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between La Mesa and Balboa Park?

No, there is no direct train from La Mesa station to Balboa Park station. However, there are services departing from La Mesa Blvd Station and arriving at City College Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from La Mesa to Balboa Park?

The distance between La Mesa and Balboa Park is 7 miles. The road distance is 9.1 miles.

How do I travel from La Mesa to Balboa Park without a car?

The best way to get from La Mesa to Balboa Park without a car is to line 7 bus which takes 48 min and costs $2 - $5.

How long does it take to get from La Mesa to Balboa Park?

The line 7 bus from University Av & College Av to Park Bl & Village Pl takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the La Mesa to Balboa Park bus from?

La Mesa to Balboa Park bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from University Av & College Av station.

Where do I catch the La Mesa to Balboa Park train from?

La Mesa to Balboa Park train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from La Mesa Blvd Station.

Where does the La Mesa to Balboa Park bus arrive?

La Mesa to Balboa Park bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Park Bl & Village Pl station.

Where does the La Mesa to Balboa Park train arrive?

La Mesa to Balboa Park train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at City College Station.

Can I drive from La Mesa to Balboa Park?

Yes, the driving distance between La Mesa to Balboa Park is 9 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from La Mesa to Balboa Park.

Where can I stay near Balboa Park?

There are 1927+ hotels available in Balboa Park.

La Mesa to Balboa Park - 5 ways to travel via line 7 bus, tram, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from La Mesa to Balboa Park by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 7 bus
best
1. Take the bus from University Av & College Av to Park Bl & Village Plbus 7
48 min
$2–5
Tram
1. Take the tram from La Mesa Blvd Station to City College Stationtram Orange
50 min
$4–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from La Mesa to Balboa Parktaxi 9 mi
15 min
$40–55
Drive 9 mi
1. Drive from La Mesa to Balboa Parkcar 9 mi
15 min
$2–3
Line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from La Mesa Bl & Culowee St to Park Bl & University Avbus 1
1h 4m
$4–10

La Mesa to Balboa Park by bus and foot

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Distance: 6.5 mi
Duration: 48 min

What companies run services between La Mesa, CA, USA and Balboa Park, San Diego County, CA, USA?

San Diego Metro Transit operates a bus from University Av & College Av to Park Bl & Village Pl every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, San Diego Metro Transit operates a vehicle from La Mesa Blvd Station to City College Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–15 and the journey takes 35 min.

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