What is the cheapest way to get from La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The fastest way to get from La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to drive which takes 30 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between La Mesa and Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea. However, there are services departing from Allison Av & Date Av and arriving at Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr via Fashion Valley Transit Center and UTC Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between La Mesa and Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from La Mesa station to Cardiff-by-the-Sea station. However, there are services departing from 70th Street Station and arriving at Solana Beach Amtrak Station via San Diego Old Town Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The distance between La Mesa and Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 35 miles. The road distance is 27.6 miles.

How do I travel from La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 24m and costs $11 - $35.

How long does it take to get from La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus from?

La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Allison Av & Date Av station.

Where do I catch the La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train from?

La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from 70th Street Station.

Where does the La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus arrive?

La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Fashion Valley Transit Center station.

Where does the La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train arrive?

La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Old Town Station.

Can I drive from La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 28 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

Where can I stay near Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

There are 839+ hotels available in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea - 5 ways to travel via train, tram

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There are 5 ways to get from La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from 70th Street Station to Old Town Stationtram Green
2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 24m
$11–34
Drive 27.4 mi
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1. Drive from La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Seacar 27.4 mi
30 min
$5–8
Line 1 bus, line 41 bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Allison Av & Date Av to Fashion Valley Transit Centerbus 1
2. Take the bus from Fashion Valley Transit Center to Genesee Av & Esplanade Ctbus 41
3. Take the bus from UTC Transit Center to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Drbus 101
3h 5m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Seataxi 27.4 mi
30 min
$120–150
Tram, line 101 bus
1. Take the tram from La Mesa Blvd Station to City College Stationtram
2. Take the tram from City College Station to UTC Stationtram
3. Take the bus from UTC Transit Center to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Drbus 101
2h 50m
$6–34

La Mesa to Cardiff-by-the-Sea by tram, train, and bus

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Distance: 35.3 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between La Mesa, CA, USA and Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Allison Av & Date Av to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr via Fashion Valley Transit Center, Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct, and UTC Transit Center in around 3h 5m.

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