What is the cheapest way to get from La Mesa to National City?

The cheapest way to get from La Mesa to National City is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from La Mesa to National City?

The fastest way to get from La Mesa to National City is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between La Mesa and National City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from SDSU Transit Center and arriving at 8th St & Highland Av. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

Is there a direct train between La Mesa and National City?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from La Mesa Blvd Station station and arriving at Euclid Ave Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from La Mesa to National City?

The distance between La Mesa and National City is 7 miles. The road distance is 9 miles.

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

The best way to get from La Mesa to National City without a car is to tram which takes 16 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from La Mesa to National City?

The tram from La Mesa Blvd Station to Euclid Ave Station takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the La Mesa to National City bus from?

La Mesa to National City bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from SDSU Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the La Mesa to National City train from?

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

Where does the La Mesa to National City bus arrive?

La Mesa to National City bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at 8th St & Highland Av station.

Where does the La Mesa to National City train arrive?

La Mesa to National City train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Euclid Ave Station.

Can I drive from La Mesa to National City?

Yes, the driving distance between La Mesa to National City is 9 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from La Mesa to National City.

Where can I stay near National City?

There are 1941+ hotels available in National City.

La Mesa to National City - 5 ways to travel via tram, line 955 bus, and taxi

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

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from La Mesa Blvd Station to Euclid Ave Stationtram Orange
16 min
Line 955 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from SDSU Transit Center to 8th St & Highland Avbus 955
43 min
$2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from La Mesa to National Citytaxi 8.9 mi
12 min
$40–55
Drive 8.9 mi
1. Drive from La Mesa to National Citycar 8.9 mi
12 min
$2–3
Tram, line 955 bus
1. Take the tram from La Mesa Blvd Station to Euclid Ave Stationtram Orange
2. Take the bus from Euclid Ave Station to 8th St & Highland Avbus 955
46 min

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Distance: 6.6 mi
Duration: 16 min

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

San Diego Metro Transit operates a vehicle from La Mesa Blvd Station to Euclid Ave Station every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, San Diego Metro Transit operates a bus from SDSU Transit Center to 8th St & Highland Av every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 43 min.

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