What is the cheapest way to get from Pasadena to Chula Vista?

The cheapest way to get from Pasadena to Chula Vista is to bus which costs $21 - $40 and takes 6h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pasadena to Chula Vista?

The fastest way to get from Pasadena to Chula Vista is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Pasadena and Chula Vista?

No, there is no direct bus from Pasadena to Chula Vista. However, there are services departing from Fair Oaks / Holly and arriving at E St & 4th Av via Atlantic / Floral, Los Angeles Union Station and 12th & Imperial Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Pasadena and Chula Vista?

No, there is no direct train from Pasadena station to Chula Vista station. However, there are services departing from Memorial Park Station and arriving at E Street Station via Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Pasadena to Chula Vista?

The distance between Pasadena and Chula Vista is 145 miles. The road distance is 132 miles.

How do I travel from Pasadena to Chula Vista without a car?

The best way to get from Pasadena to Chula Vista without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs $35 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Pasadena to Chula Vista?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Pasadena to Chula Vista, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to Chula Vista bus from?

Pasadena to Chula Vista bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to Chula Vista train from?

Pasadena to Chula Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Pasadena to Chula Vista?

The best way to get from Pasadena to Chula Vista is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs $35 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus via Atlantic / Floral, which costs $28 - $50 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Pasadena to Chula Vista bus arrive?

Pasadena to Chula Vista bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at San Diego station.

Where does the Pasadena to Chula Vista train arrive?

Pasadena to Chula Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Pasadena to Chula Vista?

Yes, the driving distance between Pasadena to Chula Vista is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Pasadena to Chula Vista.

Where can I stay near Chula Vista?

There are 1760+ hotels available in Chula Vista.

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There are 5 ways to get from Pasadena to Chula Vista by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, tram, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 51m
$37–87
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to San Diegobus FlixBus 2006 / ...
6h 13m
$22–37
Bus via Atlantic / Floral (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diegobus Los Angeles
5h 58m
$29–48
Drive 131.3 mi
1. Drive from Pasadena to Chula Vistacar 131.3 mi
2h 22m
$24–35
Tram, fly
1. Take the tram from Memorial Park Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
3. Take the tram from Civic Center Station to E Street Stationtram
4h 22m

Pasadena to Chula Vista by tram and train (Amtrak)

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4h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 144.1 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

What companies run services between Pasadena, CA, USA and Chula Vista, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $35–85 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, Greyhound Mexico operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego 3 times a day. Tickets cost $24–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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