What is the cheapest way to get from Pasadena to La Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from Pasadena to La Mesa is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pasadena to La Mesa?

The fastest way to get from Pasadena to La Mesa is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Pasadena and La Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Pasadena station to La Mesa. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at San Diego via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Pasadena and La Mesa?

No, there is no direct train from Pasadena station to La Mesa station. However, there are services departing from Memorial Park Station and arriving at 70th Street Station via Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Pasadena to La Mesa?

The distance between Pasadena and La Mesa is 145 miles. The road distance is 128.5 miles.

How do I travel from Pasadena to La Mesa without a car?

The best way to get from Pasadena to La Mesa without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs $35 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Pasadena to La Mesa?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Pasadena to La Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to La Mesa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pasadena to La Mesa train from?

Pasadena to La Mesa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Pasadena to La Mesa?

The best way to get from Pasadena to La Mesa is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs $35 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27 - $60 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Pasadena to La Mesa bus arrive?

Pasadena to La Mesa bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at San Diego station.

Where does the Pasadena to La Mesa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pasadena to La Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Pasadena to La Mesa is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Pasadena to La Mesa.

Where can I stay near La Mesa?

There are 1766+ hotels available in La Mesa.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 38m
$39–96
Drive 127.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pasadena to La Mesacar 127.7 mi
2h 17m
$24–34
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diegobus Los Angeles
4h 59m
$28–56
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 La Mesa Blvd Stationtram
4h 40m
$173–585
Bus, line 70 bus, line 215 bus
1. Take the bus from Fair Oaks / Holly to Atlantic / Floralbus
2. Take the bus from Atlantic / Floral to Cesar E Chavez / Vignesbus 70 / ...
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Diegobus
4. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot to SDSU Transit Centerbus 215
6h 20m
$45–68

Pasadena to La Mesa by tram and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 144 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Pasadena, CA, USA and La Mesa, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $35–80 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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