What is the cheapest way to get from Pacific Beach to Balboa Park?

The cheapest way to get from Pacific Beach to Balboa Park is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pacific Beach to Balboa Park?

The fastest way to get from Pacific Beach to Balboa Park is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Pacific Beach and Balboa Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Pacific Beach to Balboa Park. However, there are services departing from Garnet Av & Ingraham St and arriving at Park Bl & Village Pl via Clairemont Mesa Bl & Complex Dr and 11th Av & C St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Pacific Beach to Balboa Park?

The distance between Pacific Beach and Balboa Park is 11 miles. The road distance is 9.7 miles.

How do I travel from Pacific Beach to Balboa Park without a car?

The best way to get from Pacific Beach to Balboa Park without a car is to line 30 bus and tram which takes 56 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Pacific Beach to Balboa Park?

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Pacific Beach to Balboa Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pacific Beach to Balboa Park bus from?

Pacific Beach to Balboa Park bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Garnet Av & Ingraham St station.

Where does the Pacific Beach to Balboa Park bus arrive?

Pacific Beach to Balboa Park bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Complex Dr & Clairemont Mesa Bl station.

Can I drive from Pacific Beach to Balboa Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Pacific Beach to Balboa Park is 10 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Pacific Beach to Balboa Park.

Where can I stay near Balboa Park?

There are 2103+ hotels available in Balboa Park.

Pacific Beach to Balboa Park - 4 ways to travel via line 30 bus, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Pacific Beach to Balboa Park by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 30 bus, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Av & Ingraham St to Old Town Transit Centerbus 8 / ...
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to City College Stationtram Blue
56 min
Drive 9.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pacific Beach to Balboa Parkcar 9.6 mi
13 min
$2–3
Line 27 bus, line 235 bus
1. Take the bus from Garnet Av & Ingraham St to Complex Dr & Clairemont Mesa Blbus 27
2. Take the bus from Clairemont Mesa Bl & Complex Dr to Broadway & Park Blbus 235 / ...
1h 22m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pacific Beach to Balboa Parktaxi 9.6 mi
13 min
$45–55

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Distance: 11.1 mi
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Pacific Beach, CA, USA and Balboa Park, San Diego County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Garnet Av & Ingraham St to Balboa Park via Complex Dr & Clairemont Mesa Bl, Clairemont Mesa Bl & Complex Dr, Broadway & Park Bl, 11th Av & C St, and Park Bl & Village Pl in around 1h 22m.

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