What is the cheapest way to get from Lucena to Santa Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from Lucena to Santa Mesa is to train which costs ₱80 - ₱150 and takes 5h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lucena to Santa Mesa?

The fastest way to get from Lucena to Santa Mesa is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs ₱1,000 - ₱1,500.

Is there a direct bus between Lucena and Santa Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Lucena to Santa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Lucena Grand Terminal and arriving at Internet Cafe, Old Sta. Mesa, Manila via LRT Doroteo Jose-Recto Station Walkway / Rizal Avenue Intersection, Manila. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Lucena and Santa Mesa?

No, there is no direct train from Lucena to Santa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Lucena and arriving at PUP/Santa Mesa via Calamba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Lucena to Santa Mesa?

The distance between Lucena and Santa Mesa is 145 km. The road distance is 131.2 km.

How do I travel from Lucena to Santa Mesa without a car?

The best way to get from Lucena to Santa Mesa without a car is to bus via PITX Station which takes 4h 8m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Lucena to Santa Mesa?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Lucena to Santa Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lucena to Santa Mesa bus from?

Lucena to Santa Mesa bus services, operated by , depart from Lucena Grand Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Lucena to Santa Mesa train from?

Lucena to Santa Mesa train services, operated by Philippine National Railways, depart from Lucena station.

Train or bus from Lucena to Santa Mesa?

The best way to get from Lucena to Santa Mesa is to bus via PITX Station which takes 4h 8m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₱80 - ₱150 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Lucena to Santa Mesa bus arrive?

Lucena to Santa Mesa bus services, operated by , arrive at PITX Paranaque Integrated Terminal Exchange station.

Where does the Lucena to Santa Mesa train arrive?

Lucena to Santa Mesa train services, operated by Philippine National Railways, arrive at Calamba station.

Can I drive from Lucena to Santa Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Lucena to Santa Mesa is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Lucena to Santa Mesa.

Where can I stay near Santa Mesa?

There are 11514+ hotels available in Santa Mesa.

Lucena to Santa Mesa - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Lucena to Santa Mesa by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus via PITX Station
best
1. Take the bus from Lucena Grand Terminal to PITX Paranaque Integrated Terminal Exchangebus
4h 8m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lucena to Calambatrain Lucena
2. Take the train from Calamba to PUP/Santa Mesatrain Calamba
5h 55m
₱80–144
Drive 131.2 km
1. Drive from Lucena to Santa Mesacar 131.2 km
1h 56m
₱1,042–1,504
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lucena to Santa Mesataxi 131.2 km
1h 56m
₱2,000–2,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dalahican Terminal to Manila Cubao Jam Linerbus Lucena
4h 25m
₱311–380
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Lucena Grand Terminal to Manila Buendiabus
4h 49m
₱330–430

Lucena to Santa Mesa by train

7Weekly Trains

5h 55mAverage Duration

₱80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 144.6 km
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Lucena, Philippines and Santa Mesa, Metro Manila, Philippines?

operates a bus from Lucena Grand Terminal to PITX Paranaque Integrated Terminal Exchange hourly, and the journey takes 3h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lucena to PUP/Santa Mesa via Calamba in around 5h 55m.

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