The cheapest and fastest trains from Berkeley, CA to Costa Mesa, CA
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
13 h
Average duration
13 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
613 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berkeley, 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 Berkeley, CA to Costa Mesa, CA will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 1 trains that leave Berkeley, CA for Costa Mesa, CA on Sun, Mar 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct trains cover the 613 km distance in an average of 13 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest trains will take 13 h 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, train, and flight for Berkeley, CA to Costa Mesa, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berkeley, CA to Costa Mesa, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $76. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $76, and a flight costs an average of $270.
Distance: 380 miles (613 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$87 Average price | $305 Average price | $76 Average price Cheapest |
16h 46m Average total duration 16h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 3m Average total duration 13h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Berkeley, CA to Costa Mesa, CA by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berkeley, CA to Costa Mesa, CA
Trains from Berkeley, CA to Costa Mesa, CA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 16h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€61) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 380 miles (613 km) distance in 13h 0m.
Distance 380 miles (613 km) |
Average train duration 16h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€61) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 13h 0m |
First train 05:49 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest month Jan |
Cheapest day Sun |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Trains from Berkeley, CA to Costa Mesa, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berkeley, CA to Costa Mesa, CA by train. 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 train, 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.

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