What is the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to La Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to La Mesa is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles to La Mesa?

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles to La Mesa is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles and La Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Los Angeles station to La Mesa. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at San Diego via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Los Angeles and La Mesa?

No, there is no direct train from Los Angeles to La Mesa station. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at 70th Street Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Los Angeles to La Mesa?

The distance between Los Angeles and La Mesa is 135 miles. The road distance is 123.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Los Angeles to La Mesa without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs $40 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Los Angeles to La Mesa?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Los Angeles to La Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles to La Mesa bus from?

Los Angeles to La Mesa bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles to La Mesa train from?

Los Angeles to La Mesa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Los Angeles to La Mesa?

The best way to get from Los Angeles to La Mesa is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs $40 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $55 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Los Angeles to La Mesa bus arrive?

Los Angeles to La Mesa bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at San Diego station.

Where does the Los Angeles to La Mesa train arrive?

Los Angeles to La Mesa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Los Angeles to La Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles to La Mesa is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Los Angeles to La Mesa.

Where can I stay near La Mesa?

There are 2119+ hotels available in La Mesa.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 18m
$41–95
Drive 122.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Los Angeles to La Mesacar 122.9 mi
2h 10m
$23–33
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diegobus Los Angeles
3h 34m
$26–52
Fly, tram
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
2. Take the tram from Civic Center Station to La Mesa Blvd Stationtram
3h 57m
$172–683
Bus, line 215 bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Diegobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot to SDSU Transit Centerbus 215
3h 58m
$45–65

Los Angeles to La Mesa by train and tram (Amtrak)

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3h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 134.3 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $35–85 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, Greyhound Mexico operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego 3 times a day. Tickets cost $23–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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