What is the cheapest way to get from La Mesa to Irvine?

The cheapest way to get from La Mesa to Irvine is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Mesa to Irvine?

The fastest way to get from La Mesa to Irvine is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between La Mesa and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from La Mesa to Irvine. However, there are services departing from San Diego and arriving at Main-Paseo Westpark via Artic - Dock 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between La Mesa and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from La Mesa station to Irvine. However, there are services departing from 70th Street Station and arriving at Tustin via San Diego Old Town Transportation Center and Irvine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from La Mesa to Irvine?

The distance between La Mesa and Irvine is 96 miles. The road distance is 89.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from La Mesa to Irvine without a car is to tram and train which takes 3h 59m and costs $30 - $80.

How long does it take to get from La Mesa to Irvine?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from La Mesa to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Mesa to Irvine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the La Mesa to Irvine train from?

La Mesa to Irvine train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from 70th Street Station.

Where does the La Mesa to Irvine bus arrive?

La Mesa to Irvine bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Anaheim station.

Where does the La Mesa to Irvine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from La Mesa to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between La Mesa to Irvine is 90 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from La Mesa to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1536+ hotels available in Irvine.

La Mesa to Irvine - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, line 53 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from La Mesa to Irvine by tram, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus (Amtrak)

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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 Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 59m
$33–78
Drive 89 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from La Mesa to Irvinecar 89 mi
1h 33m
$17–24
Bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Anaheimbus Tijuana
2. Take the bus from Artic - Dock 4 to Main-Paseo Westparkbus 53
4h 55m
$23–45
Line 215 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from SDSU Transit Center to India St & C Stbus 215
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Irvinebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 56m
$32–47

La Mesa to Irvine by tram and train

91Weekly Services

3h 59mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 95.5 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a vehicle from La Mesa Blvd Station to Main-Paseo Westpark via 12th & Imperial Station, San Diego, Anaheim, and Artic - Dock 4 in around 4h 55m.

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