What is the cheapest way to get from Reno to Costa Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from Reno to Costa Mesa is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 9h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reno to Costa Mesa?

The fastest way to get from Reno to Costa Mesa is to fly which takes 1h 49m and costs $130 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Reno and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Reno to Costa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Reno Amtrak and arriving at Harbor-19Th via Sacramento Bus Station, Artic - Dock 5 and Harbor-Katella. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Reno and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct train from Reno to Costa Mesa station. However, there are services departing from Reno and arriving at Fullerton Amtrak Station via Sacramento and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 9m.

How far is it from Reno to Costa Mesa?

The distance between Reno and Costa Mesa is 426 miles. The road distance is 499.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reno to Costa Mesa without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h 58m and costs $90 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Reno to Costa Mesa?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Reno to Costa Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reno to Costa Mesa bus from?

Reno to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Reno Amtrak station.

Where do I catch the Reno to Costa Mesa train from?

Reno to Costa Mesa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Reno station.

Train, bus or fly from Reno to Costa Mesa?

The best way to get from Reno to Costa Mesa is to fly which takes 1h 49m and costs $130 - $420. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $230 - $480 and takes 24h 9m, you could also bus, which costs $95 - $190 and takes 16h 43m.

Where does the Reno to Costa Mesa bus arrive?

Reno to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Reno to Costa Mesa train arrive?

Reno to Costa Mesa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Sacramento station.

Can I drive from Reno to Costa Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Reno to Costa Mesa is 499 miles. It takes approximately 9h 10m to drive from Reno to Costa Mesa.

Where can I stay near Costa Mesa?

There are 1482+ hotels available in Costa Mesa.

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There are 7 ways to get from Reno to Costa Mesa by plane, bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, bus (Greyhound), or bus (Amtrak)

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Fly to Long Beach Airport
best
1. Fly from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane RNO - LGB
1h 49m
$136–417
Drive 496.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reno to Costa Mesacar 496.3 mi
9h 10m
$91–131
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Reno Amtrak to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Anaheimtrain
13h 58m
$92–181
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Reno to Sacramentotrain California Zephyr
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
24h 9m
$239–476
Fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County
1. Fly from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane RNO - SNA
3h 29m
$279–776
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reno Amtrak to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0870
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Centerbus Greyhound US0831
16h 43m
$95–183
Bus via Stockton
1. Take the bus from Reno to Sacramentobus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento to Stocktonbus
3. Take the bus from Stockton to East Los Angelesbus
18h 20m

Reno to Costa Mesa by bus, foot, and train

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13h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 423.5 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Reno, NV, USA and Costa Mesa, CA, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Long Beach Airport (LGB) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Reno to Harbor-19Th via Sacramento, Los Angeles, Fullerton Amtrak Station, and Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 1 in around 24h 9m.

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