What is the cheapest way to get from Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa?

The fastest way to get from Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct train between Pismo Beach and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct train from Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Grover Beach Amtrak and arriving at Anaheim via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

How far is it from Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa?

The distance between Pismo Beach and Costa Mesa is 241 miles. The road distance is 216.3 miles.

How do I travel from Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa without a car?

The best way to get from Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 6h 54m and costs $230 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa?

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa train from?

Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Grover Beach Amtrak station.

Where does the Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa train arrive?

Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Anaheim station.

Can I drive from Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa.

Where can I stay near Costa Mesa?

There are 1532+ hotels available in Costa Mesa.

Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Pismo Beach to Costa Mesa by bus, taxi, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or train

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the taxi from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Costa Mesataxi
6h 54m
$238–285
Drive 215 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pismo Beach to Costa Mesacar 215 mi
3h 52m
$40–57
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Grover Beach Amtrak to Anaheimtrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 46m
$87–174
Fly, train
1. Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SBP - LAX
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Anaheimtrain
5h 28m
$269–512

San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) flights

12Weekly Planes

1h 24mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Pismo Beach, CA, USA and Costa Mesa, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Grover Beach Amtrak to Anaheim 3 times a day. Tickets cost $75–160 and the journey takes 6h 17m.

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