What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego to La Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego to La Mesa is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to La Mesa?

The fastest way to get from San Diego to La Mesa is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $50 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between San Diego and La Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from San Diego to La Mesa. However, there are services departing from Broadway & 6th Av and arriving at University Av & Allison Av via University Av & College Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between San Diego and La Mesa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fifth Avenue Station station and arriving at La Mesa Blvd Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from San Diego to La Mesa?

The distance between San Diego and La Mesa is 12 miles. The road distance is 10.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Diego to La Mesa without a car is to tram which takes 37 min and costs $2 - $15.

How long does it take to get from San Diego to La Mesa?

The tram from Fifth Avenue Station to La Mesa Blvd Station takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the San Diego to La Mesa bus from?

San Diego to La Mesa bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Broadway & 6th Av station.

Where do I catch the San Diego to La Mesa train from?

San Diego to La Mesa train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Fifth Avenue Station.

Where does the San Diego to La Mesa bus arrive?

San Diego to La Mesa bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at University Av & College Av station.

Where does the San Diego to La Mesa train arrive?

San Diego to La Mesa train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at La Mesa Blvd Station.

Can I drive from San Diego to La Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego to La Mesa is 11 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from San Diego to La Mesa.

Where can I stay near La Mesa?

There are 1961+ hotels available in La Mesa.

San Diego to La Mesa - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 7 bus, and line 852 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from San Diego to La Mesa by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
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1. Take the tram from Fifth Avenue Station to La Mesa Blvd Stationtram Orange
37 min
$2–15
Line 7 bus, line 852 bus
1. Take the bus from Broadway & 6th Av to University Av & College Avbus 7
2. Take the bus from University Av & College Av to University Av & Allison Avbus 852
1h 19m
$4–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Diego to La Mesataxi 10.5 mi
12 min
$50–60
Drive 10.5 mi
1. Drive from San Diego to La Mesacar 10.5 mi
12 min
$2–3

San Diego to La Mesa by tram

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Distance: 11.8 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

San Diego Metro Transit operates a vehicle from Fifth Avenue Station to La Mesa Blvd Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–15 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broadway & 6th Av to University Av & Allison Av via University Av & College Av in around 1h 19m.

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