What is the cheapest way to get from Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore?

The cheapest way to get from Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore?

The fastest way to get from Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct train between Otay Mesa and Lake Elsinore?

No, there is no direct train from Otay Mesa station to Lake Elsinore. However, there are services departing from Iris Avenue Station and arriving at Perris - Downtown via San Diego and Fullerton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore?

The distance between Otay Mesa and Lake Elsinore is 186 miles. The road distance is 90.7 miles.

How do I travel from Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore without a car?

The best way to get from Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore without a car is to train which takes 7h 24m and costs $40 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore?

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore train from?

Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Where does the Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore train arrive?

Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore?

Yes, the driving distance between Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore.

Where can I stay near Lake Elsinore?

There are 83+ hotels available in Lake Elsinore.

Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore by train (Amtrak), tram, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from San Diego to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Fullerton to Perris - Downtowntrain 91-PV Line
7h 24m
$44–105
Tram, bus, line 23 bus
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Iris Avenue Station to UCSD Health La Jolla Stationtram
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Temecula Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Promenade Mall to Palomar + Wildomar Trlbus 23
7h 42m
$16–41
Drive 90.2 mi
1. Drive from Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinorecar 90.2 mi
1h 32m
$17–24

Otay Mesa to Lake Elsinore by bus, tram, and train

29Weekly Services

7h 24mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.3 mi
Duration: 7h 24m

What companies run services between Otay Mesa, CA, USA and Lake Elsinore, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd to Hwy 74 + El Toro Cut Off via Iris Avenue Transit Center, Iris Avenue Station, America Plaza Station, San Diego, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Fullerton, Perris - Downtown, and Perris Transit Center in around 7h 24m.

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