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

The cheapest way to get from Ventura to Costa Mesa is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ventura to Costa Mesa is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Ventura and Costa Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Ventura to Costa Mesa. However, there are services departing from Ventura, CA and arriving at Harbor-19Th via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, Los Angeles and Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Ventura to Costa Mesa?

The distance between Ventura and Costa Mesa is 119 miles. The road distance is 107.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ventura to Costa Mesa without a car is to train and line 43 bus which takes 4h 38m and costs $30 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Ventura to Costa Mesa, including transfers.

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

Ventura to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Ventura, CA station.

Where does the Ventura to Costa Mesa bus arrive?

Ventura to Costa Mesa bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Can I drive from Ventura to Costa Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Ventura to Costa Mesa is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Ventura to Costa Mesa.

Where can I stay near Costa Mesa?

There are 1329+ hotels available in Costa Mesa.

Ventura to Costa Mesa - 3 ways to travel via train, line 43 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ventura to Costa Mesa by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 43 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ventura Amtrak to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 1 to Harbor-19Thbus 43
4h 38m
$34–68
Drive 106.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ventura to Costa Mesacar 106.5 mi
1h 52m
$20–29
Bus, line 43 bus
1. Take the bus from Ventura, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 1 to Harbor-19Thbus 43
6h 14m
$78–100

Ventura to Costa Mesa by train and bus

42Weekly Services

4h 38mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 117.9 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Ventura, CA to Harbor-19Th via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles, Fullerton Amtrak Station, and Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 1 in around 6h 14m.

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