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Compare bus and train for Costa Mesa, CA to San Diego, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Costa Mesa, CA to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 39m. 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 $16, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 77 miles (125 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$30 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest |
2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Costa Mesa, CA to San Diego, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Costa Mesa, CA to San Diego, CA trains for today, Monday, March 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
572 Pacific Surfliner | 7:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 8:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 7:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 9:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 7:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 9:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 8:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 9:52 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 8:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 10:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 8:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 10:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 11:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 12:52 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 11:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 1:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 11:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 1:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, March 17 | |||||
782 Pacific Surfliner | 12:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 1:52 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 12:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 2:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 12:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 2:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
584 Pacific Surfliner | 1:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 2:52 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
584 Pacific Surfliner | 1:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 3:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
584 Pacific Surfliner | 1:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 3:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
586 Pacific Surfliner | 2:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h52 | 3:53 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
586 Pacific Surfliner | 2:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 4:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
586 Pacific Surfliner | 2:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 4:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
588 Pacific Surfliner | 3:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 4:52 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
588 Pacific Surfliner | 3:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 5:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
588 Pacific Surfliner | 3:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 5:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 4:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h50 | 5:51 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 4:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 6:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 4:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 6:07 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 6:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h49 | 7:50 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 6:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h03 | 8:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 6:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h52 | 8:04 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Costa Mesa, CA to San Diego, CA
Trains from Costa Mesa, CA to San Diego, CA run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (125 km) distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 77 miles (125 km) |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 03:50 |
Last train 23:12 |
Cheapest month May |
Cheapest day Sun |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Thu |
Least busy day Wed |
Best day to book ahead 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Costa Mesa, CA to San Diego, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Costa Mesa, CA and San Diego, CA from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Costa Mesa, CA to San Diego, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Costa Mesa, CA to San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Costa Mesa, CA to San Diego, CA
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with various public and private options.
- The Fish Market
- Karl Strauss Brewing Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1.25
- The Westin San Diego
- The Guild Hotel, San Diego, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
- Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Coaster trains
- Hall 2: Trolley connections
- San Diego Trolley: Blue Line, Green Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Amtrak: Pacific Surfliner
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with several spaces for commuters and visitors.
- Casa Guadalajara
- Old Town Mexican Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.25
- Old Town Inn
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town
- Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Coaster trains
- Hall 2: Trolley connections
- Trolley: Green Line
- Bus: Several lines available including 8, 9, 10, 28, 30, 35, 44, 88, 105, 150, 923, 928
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