What is the cheapest way to get from Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Newport Beach and San Diego Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo. However, there are services departing from Placentia-17Th and arriving at Park Bl & Zoo Pl via Flower-6Th, Santa Ana Bus Stop and Front St & B St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Newport Beach and San Diego Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo station. However, there are services departing from Santa Ana and arriving at City College Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo?

The distance between Newport Beach and San Diego Zoo is 108 miles. The road distance is 82.4 miles.

How do I travel from Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs $70 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo bus from?

Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Placentia-17Th station.

Where do I catch the Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo train from?

Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Ana station.

Train or bus from Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo?

The best way to get from Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs $70 - $120. Alternatively, you can line 55 bus and bus, which costs $19 - $35 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo bus arrive?

Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Flower-6Th station.

Where does the Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo train arrive?

Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo.

Where can I stay near San Diego Zoo?

There are 1886+ hotels available in San Diego Zoo.

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There are 3 ways to get from Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 56m
$75–119
Drive 81.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newport Beach to San Diego Zoocar 81.9 mi
1h 38m
$15–22
Line 55 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Placentia-17Th to Flower-6Thbus 55
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to San Diegobus FlixBus 2017
5h 3m
$19–32

Newport Beach to San Diego Zoo by bus and foot

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Distance: 106.9 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Newport Beach, CA, USA and San Diego Zoo, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Ana to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $27–60 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Placentia-17Th to San Diego Zoo via Flower-6Th, Santa Ana Bus Stop, San Diego, Front St & B St, and Park Bl & Zoo Pl in around 5h 3m.

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