What is the cheapest way to get from Morro Bay to Costa Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from Morro Bay to Costa Mesa is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Morro Bay to Costa Mesa?

The fastest way to get from Morro Bay to Costa Mesa is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Morro Bay and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Morro Bay to Costa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Morro Bay Park and arriving at Harbor-19Th via Downtown Transit Center, San Luis Obispo and Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Morro Bay and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct train from Morro Bay to Costa Mesa station. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Fullerton Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 29m.

How far is it from Morro Bay to Costa Mesa?

The distance between Morro Bay and Costa Mesa is 280 miles. The road distance is 238.9 miles.

How do I travel from Morro Bay to Costa Mesa without a car?

The best way to get from Morro Bay to Costa Mesa without a car is to train which takes 10h 29m and costs $85 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Morro Bay to Costa Mesa?

It takes approximately 10h 29m to get from Morro Bay to Costa Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Morro Bay to Costa Mesa bus from?

Morro Bay to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by American Star Tours, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Where do I catch the Morro Bay to Costa Mesa train from?

Morro Bay to Costa Mesa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Train or bus from Morro Bay to Costa Mesa?

The best way to get from Morro Bay to Costa Mesa is to train which takes 10h 29m and costs $85 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 42m.

Where does the Morro Bay to Costa Mesa bus arrive?

Morro Bay to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by American Star Tours, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Where does the Morro Bay to Costa Mesa train arrive?

Morro Bay to Costa Mesa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Morro Bay to Costa Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Morro Bay to Costa Mesa is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Morro Bay to Costa Mesa.

Where can I stay near Costa Mesa?

There are 1482+ hotels available in Costa Mesa.

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There are 3 ways to get from Morro Bay to Costa Mesa by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
10h 29m
$85–176
Drive 237.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Morro Bay to Costa Mesacar 237.5 mi
4h 23m
$44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to Los Angelesbus Ans 6241
10h 42m

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Distance: 278.3 mi
Duration: 10h 29m

What companies run services between Morro Bay, CA, USA and Costa Mesa, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to Fullerton Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $80–170 and the journey takes 6h 27m. Alternatively, American Star Tours operates a bus from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles once daily, and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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