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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Diego, CA to Costa Mesa, CA
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Diego, CA to Costa Mesa, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Diego, CA to Costa Mesa, CA will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 1 buses that leave San Diego, CA for Costa Mesa, CA on Wed, Mar 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 18 the direct buses cover the 125 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Wed, Mar 18 the slowest buses will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for San Diego, CA to Costa Mesa, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Costa Mesa, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 77 miles (125 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
San Diego, CA to Costa Mesa, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to Costa Mesa, CA buses for today, Monday, March 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:25 PM San Diego, CA | 3h49 | 11:14 PM Costa Mesa, CA | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, March 17 | |||||
| 3:35 AM San Diego, CA | 1h45 | 5:20 AM Costa Mesa, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound to find the best option for your trip from San Diego, CA to Costa Mesa, CA.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Diego, CA to Costa Mesa, CA
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Buses from San Diego, CA to Costa Mesa, CA run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 77 miles (125 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 77 miles (125 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from San Diego, CA to Costa Mesa, CAYou can travel by bus between San Diego, CA to Costa Mesa, CA with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $18 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Diego, CA to Costa Mesa, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, CA to Costa Mesa, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Costa Mesa, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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