What is the cheapest way to get from Otay Mesa to National City?

The cheapest way to get from Otay Mesa to National City is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Otay Mesa to National City?

The fastest way to get from Otay Mesa to National City is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $60 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Otay Mesa and National City?

No, there is no direct bus from Otay Mesa to National City. However, there are services departing from Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd and arriving at Highland Av & Plaza Bl via Iris Avenue Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Otay Mesa to National City?

The distance between Otay Mesa and National City is 13 miles. The road distance is 13.5 miles.

How do I travel from Otay Mesa to National City without a car?

The best way to get from Otay Mesa to National City without a car is to line 905 bus and tram which takes 35 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Otay Mesa to National City?

It takes approximately 35 min to get from Otay Mesa to National City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Otay Mesa to National City bus from?

Otay Mesa to National City bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd station.

Where does the Otay Mesa to National City bus arrive?

Otay Mesa to National City bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Iris Avenue Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Otay Mesa to National City?

Yes, the driving distance between Otay Mesa to National City is 14 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Otay Mesa to National City.

Where can I stay near National City?

There are 2296+ hotels available in National City.

Otay Mesa to National City - 4 ways to travel via line 905 bus, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Otay Mesa to National City by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 905 bus, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd to Iris Avenue Transit Centerbus 905
2. Take the tram from Iris Avenue Station to 8th Street Stationtram Blue
35 min
Drive 13.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Otay Mesa to National Citycar 13.4 mi
16 min
$3–4
Line 905 bus, line 929 bus
1. Take the bus from Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd to Iris Avenue Transit Centerbus 905
2. Take the bus from Iris Avenue Transit Center to Highland Av & Plaza Blbus 929
1h 16m
$4–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Otay Mesa to National Citytaxi 13.4 mi
16 min
$60–80

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Distance: 13 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Otay Mesa, CA, USA and National City, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd to Highland Av & Plaza Bl via Iris Avenue Transit Center in around 1h 16m.

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