What is the cheapest way to get from Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo is to drive which takes 22 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Otay Mesa and San Diego Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo. However, there are services departing from Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd and arriving at Park Bl & Zoo Pl via Otay Mesa Transit Center and 11th Av & C St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo?

The distance between Otay Mesa and San Diego Zoo is 20 miles. The road distance is 20.5 miles.

How do I travel from Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo without a car is to line 905 bus and tram which takes 1h 12m and costs $6 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo?

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo bus from?

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

Where does the Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo bus arrive?

Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Otay Mesa Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo is 21 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo.

Where can I stay near San Diego Zoo?

There are 1886+ hotels available in San Diego Zoo.

Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo - 4 ways to travel via line 905 bus, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo by bus, tram, car, or taxi

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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 City College Stationtram Blue
1h 12m
$6–23
Drive 20.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoocar 20.4 mi
22 min
$4–6
Line 905 bus, line 225 bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd to Otay Mesa Transit Centerbus 905
2. Take the bus from Otay Mesa Transit Center to Broadway & Park Blbus 225
3. Take the bus from 11th Av & C St to Park Bl & Zoo Plbus 7 / ...
1h 47m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Otay Mesa to San Diego Zootaxi 20.4 mi
22 min
$90–120

Otay Mesa to San Diego Zoo by bus, tram, and foot

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1h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 19.4 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Otay Mesa, CA, USA and San Diego Zoo, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd to San Diego Zoo via Otay Mesa Transit Center, Broadway & Park Bl, 11th Av & C St, and Park Bl & Zoo Pl in around 1h 47m.

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