What is the cheapest way to get from Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa?

The fastest way to get from Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Rancho Bernardo and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Rancho Bernardo Rd & Pomerado Rd and arriving at Oc Fair-Yellow Gate via Rancho Bernardo Transit Station, San Diego and Irvine Station-Dock 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa?

The distance between Rancho Bernardo and Costa Mesa is 98 miles. The road distance is 73.9 miles.

How do I travel from Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa without a car?

The best way to get from Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa without a car is to tram and train and line 55 bus which takes 5h 2m and costs $17 - $29.

How long does it take to get from Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa bus from?

Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Rancho Bernardo Transit Station.

Where does the Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa bus arrive?

Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at India St & C St station.

Can I drive from Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa.

Where can I stay near Costa Mesa?

There are 1329+ hotels available in Costa Mesa.

Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa - 4 ways to travel via train, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa by tram, train, bus, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Tram, train, line 55 bus
best
1. Take the tram from Escondido Transit Center to Oceanside Transit Centertram
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Santa Anatrain
3. Take the bus from Flower-6Th to 19Th-Harborbus 55
5h 2m
$18–29
Drive 73.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesacar 73.4 mi
1h 30m
$14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rancho Bernardo Transit Station to India St & C Stbus 235
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Irvinebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 33m
$34–52
Bus, train, line 55 bus
1. Take the bus from Rancho Bernardo Transit Station to India St & C Stbus 235
2. Take the train from San Diego to Santa Anatrain
3. Take the bus from Flower-6Th to 19Th-Harborbus 55
6h
$38–79

Rancho Bernardo to Costa Mesa by bus, tram, and train

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5h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 97.6 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Rancho Bernardo, CA, USA and Costa Mesa, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Rancho Bernardo Rd & Pomerado Rd to Oc Fair-Yellow Gate via Rancho Bernardo Transit Station, India St & C St, San Diego, Irvine, and Irvine Station-Dock 5 in around 5h 33m.

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