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

The cheapest way to get from Upland to Costa Mesa is to drive which costs $7 - $12 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Upland to Costa Mesa is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Upland and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Upland to Costa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Montclair Transit Center and arriving at 19Th-Harbor via Pomona Transit Center, Ring-Brea Mall and Bristol-Sunflower. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Upland and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct train from Upland to Costa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Upland and arriving at Anaheim via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Upland to Costa Mesa?

The distance between Upland and Costa Mesa is 78 miles. The road distance is 42.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Upland to Costa Mesa without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs $19 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Upland to Costa Mesa, including transfers.

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

Upland to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by Foothill Transit, depart from Pomona Transit Center station.

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

Upland to Costa Mesa train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Upland station.

Train or bus from Upland to Costa Mesa?

The best way to get from Upland to Costa Mesa is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs $19 - $35. Alternatively, you can line 286 bus and line 57 bus, which costs $6 - $16 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Upland to Costa Mesa bus arrive?

Upland to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by Foothill Transit, arrive at Brea Mall station.

Where does the Upland to Costa Mesa train arrive?

Upland to Costa Mesa train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Upland to Costa Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Upland to Costa Mesa is 42 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Upland to Costa Mesa.

Where can I stay near Costa Mesa?

There are 1482+ hotels available in Costa Mesa.

Upland to Costa Mesa - 5 ways to travel via train, line 286 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Upland to Costa Mesa by train (Amtrak), bus, car, taxi, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Upland to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Anaheimtrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 14m
$19–33
Line 286 bus, line 57 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pomona Transit Center to Brea Mallbus 286
2. Take the bus from Ring-Brea Mall to Bristol-Sunflowerbus 57
4h 18m
$7–16
Drive 42 mi
1. Drive from Upland to Costa Mesacar 42 mi
47 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Upland to Costa Mesataxi 42 mi
47 min
$150–190
Train, line 43 bus
1. Take the train from Upland to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 1 to Harbor-19Thbus 43
4h 23m
$11–16

Upland to Costa Mesa by train, foot, and bus

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4h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 77.4 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Upland to Oc Fair-Yellow Gate via L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles, Anaheim, and Artic - Dock 7 in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Montclair Transit Center to 19Th-Harbor via Pomona Transit Center, Brea Mall, Ring-Brea Mall, and Bristol-Sunflower in around 4h 18m.

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