What is the cheapest way to get from La Mesa to Griffith Observatory?

The cheapest way to get from La Mesa to Griffith Observatory is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Mesa to Griffith Observatory?

The fastest way to get from La Mesa to Griffith Observatory is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between La Mesa and Griffith Observatory?

No, there is no direct bus from La Mesa to Griffith Observatory. However, there are services departing from San Diego and arriving at Griffith Observatory via Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between La Mesa and Griffith Observatory?

No, there is no direct train from La Mesa station to Griffith Observatory station. However, there are services departing from 70th Street Station and arriving at Vermont / Sunset Station via San Diego Old Town Transportation Center and Union Station - Metro B & D Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from La Mesa to Griffith Observatory?

The distance between La Mesa and Griffith Observatory is 144 miles. The road distance is 130.8 miles.

How do I travel from La Mesa to Griffith Observatory without a car?

The best way to get from La Mesa to Griffith Observatory without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs $45 - $110.

How long does it take to get from La Mesa to Griffith Observatory?

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from La Mesa to Griffith Observatory, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Mesa to Griffith Observatory bus from?

La Mesa to Griffith Observatory bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from San Diego station.

Where do I catch the La Mesa to Griffith Observatory train from?

La Mesa to Griffith Observatory train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Train or bus from La Mesa to Griffith Observatory?

The best way to get from La Mesa to Griffith Observatory is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs $45 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $60 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the La Mesa to Griffith Observatory bus arrive?

La Mesa to Griffith Observatory bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the La Mesa to Griffith Observatory train arrive?

La Mesa to Griffith Observatory train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from La Mesa to Griffith Observatory?

Yes, the driving distance between La Mesa to Griffith Observatory is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from La Mesa to Griffith Observatory.

Where can I stay near Griffith Observatory?

There are 3272+ hotels available in Griffith Observatory.

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There are 5 ways to get from La Mesa to Griffith Observatory by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, tram, plane, or subway

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 11m
$45–105
Drive 130.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from La Mesa to Griffith Observatorycar 130.1 mi
2h 24m
$24–35
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Tijuana
5h 22m
$28–59
Tram, fly, subway
1. Take the tram from Grossmont Station to Old Town Stationtram
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SAN - LAX
3. Take the subway from Union Station - Metro B & D Lines to Vermont / Sunset Stationsubway
4h 54m
$162–834
Line 10 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from University Av & College Av to Old Town Transit Centerbus 10
2. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0831
5h 24m
$40–66

La Mesa to Griffith Observatory by tram, train, subway, bus, and foot (Amtrak)

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Distance: 143.4 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between La Mesa, CA, USA and Griffith Observatory, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 2h 47m. Alternatively, Greyhound Mexico operates a bus from San Diego to Los Angeles Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $23–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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