What is the cheapest way to get from La Mesa to Del Mar?

The cheapest way to get from La Mesa to Del Mar is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 26 min.

What is the fastest way to get from La Mesa to Del Mar?

The fastest way to get from La Mesa to Del Mar is to drive which takes 26 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between La Mesa and Del Mar?

No, there is no direct bus from La Mesa to Del Mar. However, there are services departing from Allison Av & Date Av and arriving at Camino Del Mar & 15th St via Fashion Valley Transit Center and UTC Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

Is there a direct train between La Mesa and Del Mar?

No, there is no direct train from La Mesa station to Del Mar station. However, there are services departing from Grossmont Station and arriving at Solana Beach Amtrak Station via San Diego Old Town Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from La Mesa to Del Mar?

The distance between La Mesa and Del Mar is 38 miles. The road distance is 23.2 miles.

How do I travel from La Mesa to Del Mar without a car?

The best way to get from La Mesa to Del Mar without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 27m and costs $11 - $35.

How long does it take to get from La Mesa to Del Mar?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from La Mesa to Del Mar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Mesa to Del Mar bus from?

La Mesa to Del Mar bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Allison Av & Date Av station.

Where do I catch the La Mesa to Del Mar train from?

La Mesa to Del Mar train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Grossmont Station.

Where does the La Mesa to Del Mar bus arrive?

La Mesa to Del Mar bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Fashion Valley Transit Center station.

Where does the La Mesa to Del Mar train arrive?

La Mesa to Del Mar train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Old Town Station.

Can I drive from La Mesa to Del Mar?

Yes, the driving distance between La Mesa to Del Mar is 23 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from La Mesa to Del Mar.

Where can I stay near Del Mar?

There are 504+ hotels available in Del Mar.

La Mesa to Del Mar - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 1 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from La Mesa to Del Mar by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Grossmont 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 27m
$12–35
Drive 23.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from La Mesa to Del Marcar 23.1 mi
26 min
$5–7
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 Camino Del Mar & 15th Stbus 101
2h 49m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from La Mesa to Del Martaxi 23.1 mi
26 min
$100–130
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 Camino Del Mar & 15th Stbus 101
2h 34m
$6–34

La Mesa to Del Mar by tram, train, and bus

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Distance: 37.6 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between La Mesa, CA, USA and Del Mar, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Allison Av & Date Av to Camino Del Mar & 15th St via Fashion Valley Transit Center, Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct, and UTC Transit Center in around 2h 49m.

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